DSM - SAL

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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador departing on 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$651
Typical prices: $544-$814
United Airlines
Mon 9/28Mon 10/5
DSM - SAL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$360
Delta
Sun 9/13
DSM - SAL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and San Salvador. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg $670 (round-trip)
Houston (IAH)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to San Salvador (DSM-SAL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:30 pm
DSM
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SAL
9h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:15 pm
SAL
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DSM
15h 15m
1 stop
$651United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 2:04 pm
DSM
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SAL
18h 27m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 11:59 pm
SAL
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DSM
8h 55m
1 stop
$655American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
11:23 am - 9:19 pm
DSM
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SAL
9h 56m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:54 pm - 2:26 pm
SAL
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DSM
14h 32m
2 stops
$655United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 1:41 pm
DSM
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SAL
18h 15m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 11:57 pm
SAL
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DSM
10h 49m
2 stops
$655American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 2:30 pm
DSM
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SAL
20h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 10:15 pm
SAL
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DSM
7h 25m
1 stop
$655United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 19
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:49 pm
DSM
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SAL
15h 49m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 12:46 pm
SAL
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DSM
21h 25m
2 stops
$655American Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29
Avianca Logo
3:20 pm - 9:05 pm
DSM
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SAL
30h 45m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
9:55 am - 9:23 pm
SAL
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DSM
10h 28m
1 stop
$687Avianca
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7
JetBlue Logo
5:40 am - 12:32 pm
DSM
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SAL
7h 52m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:57 pm - 10:37 pm
SAL
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DSM
7h 40m
1 stop
$741JetBlue
Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 12:32 pm
DSM
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SAL
21h 12m
2 stops
Delta Logo
1:57 pm - 4:48 pm
SAL
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DSM
25h 51m
2 stops
$745Delta
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 31
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 12:32 pm
DSM
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SAL
7h 52m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:57 pm - 4:48 pm
SAL
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DSM
25h 51m
2 stops
$745Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to San Salvador flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to San Salvador to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Salvador from Des Moines usually cost between $702 and $748 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $651 on United Airlines (Sep 28-Oct 5).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to San Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador is January, where tickets cost $496 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,238 and $924 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to San Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to San Salvador, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$360
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 72% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to San Salvador

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to San Salvador based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to San Salvador

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador was $360 for a one-way ticket and $651 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and San Salvador?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to San Salvador from Des Moines.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    When flying out of Des Moines you will be using Des Moines. You will be landing at San Salvador, also known as San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and San Salvador, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $904 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $734 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to San Salvador.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Salvador from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Salvador with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and SAL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Salvador from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
San Salvador (SAL)