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Cheapest round-trip
$511
Typical prices: $519-$672
American Airlines
Fri 3/2Fri 3/16
MSY - SAL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$184
Typical prices: $234-$376
Frontier
Tue 10/23
MSY - SAL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and San Salvador. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 17% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $475 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 7h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to San Salvador (MSY-SAL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to San Salvador

Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 16
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 2:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 11:57 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 44m1 stop Miami
$511American Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 16
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 39m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 11:59 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 12m1 stop Miami
$511American Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 12
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 3:24 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
5h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 11:15 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$511United Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 12
American Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 12:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 33m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 10:04 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 45m1 stop Miami
$516American Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 16
American Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 3:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
American Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 10:04 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 45m1 stop Miami
$516American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 23
United Airlines Logo
3:39 pm - 9:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
5h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 7:49 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 09m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$519United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 8:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
26h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:40 pm - 8:48 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
16h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$519United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 9:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 51m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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2:01 pm - 6:16 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$527Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Jan 26
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6:01 pm - 9:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 54m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:45 pm - 5:12 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 27m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$562Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:50 pm - 9:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 5:08 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 23m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$562Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans 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 New Orleans to San Salvador?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Salvador typically range from $519 to $672. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $511, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to San Salvador. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to San Salvador at $511 round-trip.
•December ($761) and April ($664) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New Orleans to San Salvador the cheapest?

Flights from New Orleans to San Salvador are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New Orleans to San Salvador flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$184
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to San Salvador

When to book flights from New Orleans to San Salvador

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to San Salvador?

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

  • How long is a flight from New Orleans to San Salvador?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to San Salvador takes 00m, covering 1,145 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to San Salvador flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Salvador range from $519 to $672, with an average of $618 over the past 12 months. Anything below $519 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $618 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $511 to $3,534. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to San Salvador are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $274, which is 5% below 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 New Orleans to San Salvador?

    Flights from New Orleans to San Salvador usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from New Orleans to San Salvador. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $654, a difference of $129.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 01m, compared with 7h 17m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 06m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and San Salvador?

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

Your guide to booking New Orleans 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $525, about $129 less than Wednesday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to San Salvador trip for March. Fares historically average $511 round-trip in that month - typically $250 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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