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Cheapest round-trip
$607
Typical prices: $470-$734
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/29Fri 10/5
SAN - SAL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$345
Typical prices: $253-$452
United Airlines
Sun 11/18
SAN - SAL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 24% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Cheapest • Avg $443 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 8h 35m (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

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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10:28 am - 11:52 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
24h 24m2 stops San Francisco Mexico City Benito Juarez
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7:45 am - 6:19 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
11h 34m1 stop Oakland
$607Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:35 pm - 6:35 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 00m1 stop San Francisco
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7:45 am - 4:22 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$617Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:55 am - 8:50 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
8h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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7:45 am - 5:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$617Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 28
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10:55 am - 8:50 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
8h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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7:45 am - 5:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$617Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:02 pm - 9:37 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
22h 35m1 stop San Jose
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8:30 am - 7:19 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 49m1 stop Oakland
$623Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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8:33 pm - 9:37 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
23h 04m1 stop San Francisco
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8:30 am - 7:19 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 49m1 stop Oakland
$635Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:02 pm - 9:37 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
22h 35m1 stop San Jose
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6:01 am - 5:38 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
13h 37m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
$651Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:59 pm - 6:35 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 36m1 stop San Francisco
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7:45 am - 4:32 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 47m1 stop San Francisco
$655Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:45 pm - 12:55 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:05 am - 10:59 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$701United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 18
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12:04 pm - 8:49 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:00 am - 11:35 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 35m1 stop Los Angeles
$701United Airlines
Booking Insights

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 from San Diego to San Salvador with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to San Salvador, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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.

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Key details for San Diego to San Salvador flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$345
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 53% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the San Diego to San Salvador route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $539 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $701, a difference of $162. 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 San Diego to San Salvador?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to San Salvador takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $607 to $2,744. 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $391, which is 24% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 35m, compared with 9h 09m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 9h 27m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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.

  • 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 San Diego to San Salvador flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to San Salvador range from $470 to $734, with an average of $590 over the past 12 months. Anything below $470 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $539 - about $162 less than Thursday (23% 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).

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Diego (SAN)
San Salvador (SAL)