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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Typical prices: $162-$309
TAG Airlines
Fri 12/21Fri 12/28
SAL - GUA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$187
Typical prices: $94-$179
TAG Airlines
Fri 12/28
SAL - GUA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Avianca and TAG Airlines. Average duration is 46m
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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 22 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $155 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City (SAL-GUA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Guatemala City

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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8:30 am - 9:20 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
0h 50mnonstop
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7:00 am - 7:50 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$348TAG Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:35 am - 11:25 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
0h 50mnonstop
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9:45 am - 10:35 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$350TAG Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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11:15 am - 12:05 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
0h 50mnonstop
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9:45 am - 10:35 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$356TAG Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14
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9:20 pm - 10:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
0h 50mnonstop
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9:05 am - 9:55 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$356TAG Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 27
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10:25 pm - 11:30 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
13h 05m1 stop San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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8:15 pm - 9:05 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$386Avianca
Fri, Mar 26 - Sat, Mar 27
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10:10 am - 5:50 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
7h 40m1 stop San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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3:40 pm - 4:30 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$386Avianca
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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10:20 pm - 11:05 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
0h 45mnonstop
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8:15 pm - 9:05 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
0h 50mnonstop
$388Avianca
Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Jan 10
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4:57 am - 11:51 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
6h 54m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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6:24 am - 8:34 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
14h 10m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl
$411Copa Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
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4:59 am - 9:36 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
16h 37m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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10:43 am - 8:39 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 56m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$411Copa Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Mar 16
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4:56 am - 9:36 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
16h 40m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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5:50 am - 8:09 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
14h 19m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl
$411Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Guatemala City 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 Salvador to Guatemala City?

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City typically range from $162 to $309. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348, on TAG Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Guatemala City. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 59% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Guatemala City at $170 round-trip.
•June ($354) and May ($330) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Salvador to Guatemala City flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$187
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Salvador to Guatemala City

When to book flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:10 am and lands at 8:56 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:20 pm and lands at 11:06 pm.

    The flight takes about 46m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San Salvador to Guatemala City?

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Guatemala City takes 46m, covering 126 miles.

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

    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 Guatemala City flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City range from $162 to $309, with an average of $201 over the past 12 months. Anything below $162 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $201 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $155 round-trip via San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), compared to $205 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from San Salvador to Guatemala City?

    Avianca is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while TAG Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Salvador to Guatemala City flights are:

    • Avianca: 96% on time
    • TAG Airlines: 88% on time
    • Volaris: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 95% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $59–$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 Guatemala City?

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

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Salvador to Guatemala City flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to Guatemala City 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 $348 to $1,390. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Salvador to Guatemala City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $244, which is 84% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Guatemala City La Aurora Airport (GUA)?

    Guatemala City La Aurora Airport (GUA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA).

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

    Afternoon 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 Guatemala City?

    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 Guatemala City route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 25m.

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

    Connecting flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City most commonly pass through:

    • San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 22% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $182 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $321, a difference of $139.

    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 Guatemala City?

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

    • Avianca
    • TAG Airlines

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

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 09m, compared with 13h 42m via San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • What popular places can I visit in Guatemala City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Guatemala City are National Palace of Culture and Catedral Primada Metropolitana de Santiago. These are among the most viewed places in Guatemala City on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating San Salvador to Guatemala City flights:

    • Avianca: offers extra legroom; 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 Guatemala City flights?

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

    • Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • TAG Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Guatemala City 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $182, about $139 less than Thursday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Guatemala City trip for February. Fares historically average $170 round-trip in that month - typically $184 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Avianca. Over the past three months, 96% of Avianca flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 95%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 25m, 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $155 round-trip on this route - about $50 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 Guatemala City La Aurora Airport.

    • Barceló Guatemala City
    • Wyndham Garden Guatemala City
    • Intercontinental Hotels Real Guatemala By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from San Salvador to Guatemala City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to Guatemala City La Aurora Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora

Monday

Avianca,TAG Airlines

Avianca,TAG Airlines

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca,TAG Airlines

Avianca,TAG Airlines

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca,TAG Airlines

Avianca,TAG Airlines

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Direct returns

Guatemala City La Aurora to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Monday

Avianca,Iberia,TAG Airlines

Avianca,Iberia, +1 more

Tuesday

Avianca,Iberia

Avianca,Iberia

Wednesday

Avianca,Iberia,TAG Airlines

Avianca,Iberia, +1 more

Thursday

Avianca,Iberia

Avianca,Iberia

Friday

Avianca,Iberia,TAG Airlines

Avianca,Iberia, +1 more

Saturday

Avianca,Iberia

Avianca,Iberia

Sunday

Avianca,Iberia

Avianca,Iberia

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