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Cheapest round-trip
$475
Typical prices: $381-$563
Frontier
Fri 12/21Tue 1/2
SAL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$225
Typical prices: $192-$351
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/24
SAL - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Salvador and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 40% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $289 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Chicago (SAL-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Chicago

Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 4
Frontier Logo
12:35 pm - 10:47 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:57 pm - 10:07 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$475Frontier
Sat, Dec 26 - Mon, Jan 4
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1:00 pm - 10:29 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:57 pm - 10:07 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$487Frontier
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
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8:05 am - 9:20 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:20 pm - 3:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$613Avianca
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
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8:05 am - 9:20 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:20 pm - 11:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
12h 45m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$616Avianca
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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1:43 pm - 12:07 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:13 pm - 12:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
22h 29m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$619Copa Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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7:30 am - 12:07 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 37m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:13 pm - 12:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
22h 29m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$619Copa Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
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3:11 pm - 7:30 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 19m2 stops Miami Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:05 am - 12:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$630American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 5
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11:54 pm - 9:00 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 06m1 stop Newark
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3:35 pm - 5:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
14h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
$631United Airlines
Mon, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 23
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3:00 am - 2:46 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 46m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:25 pm - 2:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 59m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$631United Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 1:05 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 00m1 stop Miami
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5:14 am - 3:11 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 57m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
$635American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $381 to $563. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $475, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $285 round-trip.
•November ($565) and March ($542) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$225
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Salvador to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Salvador to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 1,971 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $381 to $563, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $475 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $289 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $400 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Avianca is the only airline operating San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights. 96% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $475 to $2,585. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $421, which is 55% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, 4% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 46m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $416 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $542, a difference of $126.

    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 Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 04m, compared with 8h 16m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 9h 03m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $416, about $126 less than Monday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $280 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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 $110 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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