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Cheapest round-trip
$521
Typical prices: $507-$780
Copa Airlines
Tue 11/27Tue 12/4
SAN - SAL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$247
Typical prices: $286-$461
American Airlines
Thu 3/15
SAN - SAL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and San Salvador. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $430 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to San Salvador (SAN-SAL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to San Salvador

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Copa Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 8:37 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
20h 07m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
Copa Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:26 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
11h 56m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$521Copa Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 5:50 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
13h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 11:33 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 33m1 stop Los Angeles
$533United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 2:50 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 11:43 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 24m1 stop Miami
$533American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 2:50 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 11:43 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 24m1 stop Miami
$533American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 9:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
12h 04m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 11:33 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 33m1 stop Los Angeles
$533United Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 9:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 09m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 9:17 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
18h 37m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$538United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
7:22 pm - 2:50 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 8:50 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
18h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$538American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 3:17 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
14h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 11:20 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
21h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$538American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24
American Airlines Logo
10:44 pm - 3:17 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
14h 33m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 11:59 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$538American Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 5:50 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
13h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 8:43 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
18h 03m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$538United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego 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 San Diego to San Salvador?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to San Salvador typically range from $507 to $780. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $521, on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego to San Salvador. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to San Salvador at $450 round-trip.
•June ($1,024) and July ($903) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 127% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for San Diego to San Salvador flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$247
Beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to San Salvador

When to book flights from San Diego to San Salvador

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to San Salvador takes 00m, covering 2,216 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to San Salvador range from $507 to $780, with an average of $610 over the past 12 months. Anything below $507 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego 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 $521 to $2,575. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to San Salvador are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $316, which is 19% 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 San Diego to San Salvador?

    Flights from San Diego to San Salvador usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from San Diego to San Salvador. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $540 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $866, a difference of $326.

    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 San Diego to San Salvador?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 28m, compared with 9h 08m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 9h 58m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

    San Salvador is 1 hour ahead of San Diego (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Diego 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $540, about $326 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to San Salvador trip for January. Fares historically average $450 round-trip in that month - typically $574 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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