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Cheapest round-trip
$377
Typical prices: $320-$655
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/22Mon 10/29
SAL - ATL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$472
Typical prices: $332-$717
Frontier
Sat 12/22Wed 1/3
SAL - ATL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 38m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 46% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $289 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Atlanta (SAL-ATL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Atlanta

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:12 am - 12:22 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 am - 4:42 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
12h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$377Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:12 am - 11:25 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
12h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Baltimore/Washington
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6:00 am - 4:42 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
12h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$389Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:00 pm - 8:09 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 09m1 stop Orlando
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10:48 pm - 9:20 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$426Frontier
Sat, Dec 26 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:00 pm - 8:09 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 09m1 stop Orlando
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3:41 pm - 9:20 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 39m2 stops Orlando Houston George Bush Intcntl
$427Frontier
Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:00 pm - 11:16 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 16m1 stop Orlando
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9:56 pm - 9:57 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
13h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$427Frontier
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
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10:14 am - 7:05 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:10 am - 5:40 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$437Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 17
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2:35 pm - 7:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
3h 35mnonstop
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10:25 am - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
3h 45mnonstop
$580Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 9
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2:35 pm - 7:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
3h 35mnonstop
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10:25 am - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
3h 45mnonstop
$580Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Sat, Feb 6
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1:43 pm - 2:21 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
23h 38m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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4:24 pm - 11:38 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
8h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$582Copa Airlines
Fri, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 20
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1:34 am - 2:14 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
11h 40m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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4:51 pm - 1:05 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
22h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$582Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Atlanta flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Atlanta. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Atlanta at $245 round-trip.
•July ($777) and August ($774) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 217% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to Atlanta the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Atlanta are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Salvador to Atlanta flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$183
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from San Salvador to Atlanta

When to book flights from San Salvador to Atlanta

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Your San Salvador to Atlanta flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Salvador to Atlanta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Salvador to Atlanta:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:31 pm and lands at 5:09 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:57 pm and lands at 6:35 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 38m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Atlanta takes 3h 38m, covering 1,424 miles.

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

    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 Salvador to Atlanta flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Atlanta range from $320 to $655, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $320 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $453 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Salvador to Atlanta?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $289 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $521 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Salvador to Atlanta?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from San Salvador to Atlanta spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Salvador to Atlanta flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to Atlanta 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 $377 to $2,062. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Salvador to Atlanta flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the San Salvador to Atlanta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from San Salvador to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $298, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from San Salvador to Atlanta usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 San Salvador to Atlanta route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 31m.

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

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

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from San Salvador to Atlanta. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $385 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $606, a difference of $221.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from San Salvador to Atlanta?

    2 airlines operate flights between San Salvador and Atlanta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 51m, compared with 8h 29m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 9h via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    Atlanta is 2 hours ahead of San Salvador (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Salvador to Atlanta flights?

    Among airlines operating San Salvador to Atlanta flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Salvador to Atlanta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking San Salvador to Atlanta 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $385, about $221 less than Thursday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Atlanta trip for January. Fares historically average $245 round-trip in that month - typically $532 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 87% of Delta flights from San Salvador to Atlanta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 31m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $289 round-trip on this route - about $232 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

    • Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Airport
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North

Prefer to fly direct from San Salvador to Atlanta?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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