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Cheapest round-trip
$654
Typical prices: $589-$837
Frontier
Mon 12/24Mon 12/31
SAL - SAN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$418
Typical prices: $284-$475
United Airlines
Mon 1/22
SAL - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Salvador and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $447 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to San Diego (SAL-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to San Diego

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
Frontier Logo
12:35 pm - 11:58 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
13h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:53 pm - 1:01 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 08m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$654Frontier
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
Copa Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:22 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
11h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
Copa Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 8:34 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
20h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$696Copa Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 11:15 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 5:50 amSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$708United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 19
United Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 11:08 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 08m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 1:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$708United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:17 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
15h 17m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$712United Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 9:34 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 1:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$712United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 8:40 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
18h 50m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 12:17 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
11h 32m1 stop Miami
$732American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 11:59 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 42m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 2:11 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
13h 26m1 stop Miami
$732American Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 15
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 11:16 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
22h 57m1 stop Miami
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10:15 pm - 12:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
13h 04m1 stop Miami
$733American Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 9:47 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SAN San Diego
19h 07m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 1:19 pmSAN  San Diego-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$737United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to San Diego flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to San Diego typically range from $589 to $837. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $654, on Frontier.

Key details for San Salvador to San Diego flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$418
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 131% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Salvador to San Diego

When to book flights from San Salvador to San Diego

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to San Diego takes 00m, covering 2,216 miles.

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

    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 San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to San Diego range from $589 to $837, with an average of $718 over the past 12 months. Anything below $589 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to San Diego 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 $654 to $1,599. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Salvador to San Diego are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $476, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Europcar
    • Payless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from San Salvador to San Diego usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from San Salvador to San Diego. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $579 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $850, a difference of $271.

    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 San Diego?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 51m, compared with 10h 01m via San Francisco (SFO) and 10h 07m via Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    San Diego is 2 hours behind San Salvador (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Salvador to San Diego 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $579, about $271 less than Monday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to San Diego trip for February. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $716 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Wyndham San Diego Bayside
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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