What airlines fly to San Salvador?

Avianca, Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San 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 San Salvador. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Salvador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to San Salvador?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 37m.

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

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between San Francisco and San Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 91 minutes.

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

As of October 2025, there are 30 flights per week flying from San Francisco to San Salvador. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to San Salvador?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $336.

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

The number of flights available between San Francisco and San Salvador is 4 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00AM, with 56% of daily flights leaving in the morning.

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

Avianca, United Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

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

Wednesday 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 airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and San Salvador?

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to San Salvador?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 26m.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to San 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.

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

According to our data, EVA Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

As of October 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.

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

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 San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Salvador during the month of May, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $433.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Salvador from San Francisco is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $556. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Salvador on Saturday is $634.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Salvador is in the afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to San Salvador during this time can be as low as $385. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $588 on average. Flights to San Salvador from San Francisco in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Salvador from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Salvador for around $516 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Salvador from San Francisco for as low as $457 on momondo.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl 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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You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to San Salvador flight.

How have San Francisco to San Salvador flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Francisco to San Salvador flights are approximately 53% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Salvador from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $251. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to San Salvador found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $485.

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

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

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How far is San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl by plane?
San Salvador El Salvador Intl is 2626.5 mi away from San Francisco. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?
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 San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to San Salvador?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to San Salvador is Airbus A320neo, representing 81.04% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 13.59%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 3.22%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 1.45%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to San Salvador?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to San Salvador is Avianca (94% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (3%), Copa Airlines (1%), and Volaris El Salvador (1%).

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Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,557 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $224	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,024 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,978 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $341	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,991 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $353	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,457 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $1,190	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,130 reviews	Search Frontier flights

Avianca Flights From San Francisco to San Salvador
The lowest priced Avianca flight from San Francisco to San Salvador from the last 72 hours was $353. Generally, Avianca has 15 flights on this route every week with an average price of $538. Avianca is rated 6.6/10 by our users.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Salvador during the month of May, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $433.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl 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 San Salvador flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to San Salvador flight.

How have San Francisco to San Salvador flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Francisco to San Salvador flights are approximately 53% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Avianca, United Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

What airlines fly to San Salvador?

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

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between San Francisco and San Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 91 minutes.

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

Wednesday 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 San Salvador flights?

According to our data, EVA Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and San Salvador?

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to San Salvador?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $336.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to San Salvador?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 37m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to San Salvador?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 26m.

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

The number of flights available between San Francisco and San Salvador is 4 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00AM, with 56% of daily flights leaving in the morning.

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

As of October 2025, there are 30 flights per week flying from San Francisco to San Salvador. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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