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Cheapest round-trip
$386
Typical prices: $325-$434
Copa Airlines
Sun 12/2Sat 12/8
GYE - SAL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$253
Typical prices: $203-$256
Avianca
Wed 11/14
GYE - SAL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Guayaquil and San Salvador. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 93% on-time
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $394 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador (GYE-SAL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Guayaquil to San Salvador

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
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2:43 pm - 8:39 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 56m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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1:45 pm - 8:58 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
6h 13m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$386Copa Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 13
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6:33 pm - 12:42 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 09m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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7:30 am - 5:37 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
9h 07m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$386Copa Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Dec 18
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6:34 pm - 12:41 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 07m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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7:30 am - 8:57 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
12h 27m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$386Copa Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:38 pm - 11:35 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
5h 57m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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4:56 am - 11:18 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
5h 22m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$386Copa Airlines
Thu, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 12
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9:10 am - 3:40 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:05 pm - 8:55 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
9h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$435Avianca
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:10 am - 3:40 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:50 pm - 11:35 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
7h 45m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$435Avianca
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
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7:35 pm - 6:35 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
12h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:10 am - 11:35 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
12h 25m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$443Avianca
Mon, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 13
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1:35 pm - 3:50 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
27h 15m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
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10:20 pm - 2:50 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
15h 30m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$913Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 13
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1:35 pm - 6:25 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 50m2 stops Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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7:45 am - 7:46 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
23h 01m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Lima J Chavez Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr
$986Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
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2:27 pm - 6:30 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 03m3 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Bogotá El Dorado Panama City Tocumen Intl
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10:05 pm - 11:45 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
12h 40m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Quito Mariscal Sucr
$1,035Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Guayaquil to San Salvador flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador typically range from $325 to $434. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $386, on Copa Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guayaquil to San Salvador. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Guayaquil to San Salvador at $285 round-trip.
•December ($435) and August ($425) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador the cheapest?

Flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Guayaquil to San Salvador flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$253
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Guayaquil to San Salvador

When to book flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil to San Salvador flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

    A nonstop flight from Guayaquil to San Salvador takes 00m, covering 1,247 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Guayaquil 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador range from $325 to $434, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $325 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $383 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

    Avianca is the only airline operating Guayaquil to San Salvador flights. 93% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Guayaquil 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 $386 to $2,742. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Guayaquil to San Salvador are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $400, which is 80% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Sixt
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador usually depart from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE) and arrive at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Guayaquil to San Salvador route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 38m.

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

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

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Guayaquil to San Salvador. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $354 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $419, a difference of $65.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Guayaquil to San Salvador?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 09m, compared with 6h 53m via San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and 8h 15m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between Guayaquil and San Salvador?

    San Salvador is 1 hour behind Guayaquil (Central Time vs Ecuador Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Guayaquil to San Salvador flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $354, about $65 less than Monday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guayaquil to San Salvador trip for October. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $150 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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