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Cheapest round-trip
$757
Typical prices: $870-$1,214
Avianca
Thu 3/1Wed 3/7
SAL - MAD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$761
Typical prices: $835-$1,167
Iberojet
Sat 12/1Thu 12/6
SAL - MAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Iberia, Iberojet and Air Europa. Average duration is 10h 25m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $727 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Madrid (SAL-MAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Madrid

Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 7
Avianca Logo
10:25 pm - 11:25 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
18h 00m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Bogotá El Dorado
Avianca Logo
1:25 am - 11:00 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 35m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San José Juan Santamaria Intl
$757Avianca
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 6
Iberojet Logo
8:30 am - 1:40 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mnonstop
Iberojet Logo
7:55 pm - 12:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 50mnonstop
$761Iberojet
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 10
Iberojet Logo
8:30 am - 1:40 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mnonstop
Iberojet Logo
7:55 pm - 12:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 50mnonstop
$769Iberojet
Sun, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 8:55 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 10m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 5:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 55m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$770Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 8:05 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
21h 20m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 5:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 55m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$778Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:30 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
19h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 10:47 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 32m1 stop Newark
$789United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
11:54 pm - 9:30 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
26h 36m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 10:47 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 32m1 stop Newark
$789United Airlines
Fri, Mar 26 - Thu, Apr 8
Avianca Logo
9:35 am - 1:55 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
21h 20m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Avianca Logo
5:20 pm - 6:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
21h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$792Avianca
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 16
Air Europa Logo
12:05 pm - 5:00 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
9h 55mnonstop
Air Europa Logo
1:45 am - 6:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 45mnonstop
$871Air Europa
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 16
Air Europa Logo
12:05 pm - 5:00 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
9h 55mnonstop
Air Europa Logo
1:45 am - 6:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 45mnonstop
$871Air Europa
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Madrid flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Madrid?

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Madrid typically range from $870 to $1,214. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $757, on Avianca.

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

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 Madrid. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Madrid at $891 round-trip.
•December ($1,206) and July ($1,127) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Madrid are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Salvador to Madrid

 
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Mark Chesnut

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Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Key details for San Salvador to Madrid flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$500
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
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When to book flights from San Salvador to Madrid

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Your San Salvador to Madrid 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 Madrid?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:30 am and lands at 6:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:45 pm and lands at 7:10 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 25m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Madrid takes 10h 25m, covering 5,380 miles.

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

    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 Madrid flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Madrid range from $870 to $1,214, with an average of $1,013 over the past 12 months. Anything below $870 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $1,013 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $727 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $979 for nonstop.

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

    Iberia is the only airline operating San Salvador to Madrid flights. 88% of its flights are on time.

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

    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 Madrid?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia and Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

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

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

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to Madrid 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 $757 to $6,506. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from San Salvador to Madrid are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $694.

  • What car rental options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Alamo
    • Centauro

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

    Flights from San Salvador to Madrid usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

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

    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 Madrid?

    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 Madrid route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 57m.

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

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

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Salvador to Madrid. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $942 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,075, a difference of $133.

    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 Madrid?

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

    • Iberia
    • Iberojet
    • Air Europa

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

    Flying via San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 02m, compared with 16h 16m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 16h 30m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

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

    Madrid is 8 hours ahead of San Salvador (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

    Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and Estado Santiago Bernabéu. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating San Salvador to Madrid flights:

    • Iberia: offers free seat selection
    • Air Europa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Avianca: 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 Madrid flights?

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

    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Iberojet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Europa: 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 Madrid 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 Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $942, about $133 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Madrid trip for February. Fares historically average $891 round-trip in that month - typically $315 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $727 round-trip on this route - about $252 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 Madrid Barajas Airport.

    • Senator Barajas Hotel
    • Clement Barajas
    • ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas

Prefer to fly direct from San Salvador to Madrid?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Iberia

Iberia

Tuesday

Iberia,Iberojet

Iberia,Iberojet

Wednesday

Iberia

Iberia

Thursday

Iberia

Iberia

Friday

Iberia

Iberia

Saturday

Iberia

Iberia

Sunday

Iberia

Iberia

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sunday

Iberojet

Iberojet

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