How many flights depart from San Francisco to El Salvador on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and El Salvador is 3 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 45% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from San Francisco to El Salvador delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between San Francisco and El Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 86 minutes.

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

Avianca, Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to El Salvador from San Francisco according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 84% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to El Salvador. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to El Salvador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to El Salvador?

Avianca is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to El Salvador

How many flights depart from San Francisco to El Salvador on average per week?

As of December 2025, 27 flights take off from San Francisco and land in El Salvador each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

According to our data, Avianca have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador?

As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to El Salvador may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at El Salvador. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from San Francisco, with most prices found around $401. The month of February is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $422.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to El Salvador is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for El Salvador on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $544. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $618. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to El Salvador.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

Flying to El Salvador from San Francisco in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $385 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to El Salvador are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $579. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to El Salvador flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to El Salvador?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to El Salvador from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to El Salvador for around $503 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to El Salvador from San Francisco for as low as $447 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to El Salvador flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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The best one-way flight to El Salvador from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $326. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to El Salvador found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $507.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to El Salvador takes 5h 20m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to El Salvador every day.

There is 1 airport near El Salvador: San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)

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As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to El Salvador.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to El Salvador may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at El Salvador. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to El Salvador?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to El Salvador is Airbus A320neo (80.71% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (13.49%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (2.60%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (2.49%).

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $139	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,555 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $204	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,085 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $224	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,045 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $350	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,478 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $351	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,089 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from San Francisco to El Salvador with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to El Salvador from San Francisco with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to El Salvador?

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from San Francisco, with most prices found around $401. The month of February is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $422.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

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What is the cheapest San Francisco to El Salvador flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to El Salvador flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to El Salvador.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to El Salvador?

Avianca is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to El Salvador

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

How often are flights from San Francisco to El Salvador delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between San Francisco and El Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 86 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

According to our data, Avianca have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to El Salvador on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and El Salvador is 3 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 45% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to El Salvador on average per week?

As of December 2025, 27 flights take off from San Francisco and land in El Salvador each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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