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Cheapest round-trip
$566
Typical prices: $480-$699
Avianca
Sat 10/27Sat 11/3
CMH - SAL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$262
Typical prices: $263-$469
United Airlines
Sat 12/1
CMH - SAL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and San Salvador. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 23% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 7h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to San Salvador (CMH-SAL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to San Salvador

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Avianca Logo
10:36 am - 7:55 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:05 pm - 9:55 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
10h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$566Avianca
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:20 am - 7:55 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:05 pm - 9:35 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
10h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$566Avianca
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:20 am - 7:55 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:40 pm - 9:35 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
14h 55m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$569Avianca
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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10:36 am - 7:55 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:25 pm - 9:55 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
12h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$575Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
5:31 pm - 11:31 amCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
20h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Miami
American Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 8:34 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
16h 30m2 stops Miami Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$579American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:40 am - 9:19 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:55 am - 11:58 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
16h 03m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$579United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:15 am - 12:19 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
8h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:54 pm - 8:32 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
19h 38m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$579United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:50 pm - 12:15 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 am - 11:54 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
15h 54m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$614United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Oct 8
American Airlines Logo
5:31 am - 2:07 pmCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami
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12:31 pm - 8:36 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
18h 05m2 stops Miami Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$624American Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Oct 8
American Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 11:24 amCMH  Columbus-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
21h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami
American Airlines Logo
1:43 pm - 9:23 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CMH Columbus
17h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$624American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to San Salvador flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador start at $566. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $480 to $699. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $566 on Avianca.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to San Salvador, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to San Salvador at $449 round-trip.
  • December ($961) and July ($727) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 114% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Columbus Airport to San Salvador the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to San Salvador flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$262
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador

When to book flights from Columbus to San Salvador

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to San Salvador based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to San Salvador flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Columbus Airport to San Salvador route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $496 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $669, a difference of $173. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador takes 0h 00m, covering 1,871 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Columbus Airport to San Salvador:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to San Salvador flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $580. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to San Salvador changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $566 to $2,730. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to San Salvador looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to San Salvador are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $313, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 50m, compared with 8h 17m via Miami (MIA) and 8h 29m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and San Salvador?

    San Salvador is 2 hours behind Columbus Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL)?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $8 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Sixt
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to San Salvador flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador range from $480 to $699, with an average of $580 over the past 12 months. Anything below $480 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to San Salvador flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $496 - about $173 less than Saturday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to San Salvador trip for April. Fares historically average $449 round-trip in that month - typically $512 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbus to San Salvador

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbus (CMH)
San Salvador (SAL)