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Cheapest round-trip
$593
Typical prices: $518-$783
Frontier
Mon 12/17Sun 12/30
SAL - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$782
Typical prices: $521-$785
Avianca
Sun 1/21Sun 1/28
SAL - SFO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Avianca. Average duration is 6h 10m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 98% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $457 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to San Francisco (SAL-SFO)

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

Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 30
Frontier Logo
10:35 am - 6:46 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
5:00 pm - 2:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$593Frontier
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 3
Frontier Logo
3:55 pm - 6:46 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
40h 51m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
11:44 pm - 12:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$595Frontier
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 30
Frontier Logo
10:35 am - 11:02 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
14h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
5:00 pm - 2:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$604Frontier
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 8:19 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:14 am - 7:00 amSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 46m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez
$607Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Avianca Logo
5:30 pm - 9:40 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 10mnonstop
Avianca Logo
11:00 pm - 6:35 amSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
5h 35mnonstop
$782Avianca
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
Avianca Logo
6:40 pm - 11:55 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 15mnonstop
Avianca Logo
2:15 pm - 8:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
5h 35mnonstop
$782Avianca
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
Avianca Logo
6:40 pm - 10:55 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 15mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 8:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
5h 35mnonstop
$782Avianca
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 4
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 12:58 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 5:50 amSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
13h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
$820United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
United Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 1:09 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 09m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
12:45 am - 1:19 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$821United Airlines
Tue, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 11
United Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 9:54 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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12:45 am - 12:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$821United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to San Francisco flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to San Francisco typically range from $518 to $783. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $593, on Frontier.

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

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 San Francisco. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to San Francisco at $478 round-trip.
•September ($772) and June ($768) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to San Francisco are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Salvador to San Francisco flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$288
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Salvador to San Francisco

When to book flights from San Salvador to San Francisco

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 1:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:40 pm and lands at 12:50 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 10m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to San Francisco takes 6h 10m, covering 2,639 miles.

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

    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 Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to San Francisco range from $518 to $783, with an average of $658 over the past 12 months. Anything below $518 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $658 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $457 round-trip via Miami (MIA), compared to $667 for nonstop.

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

    Avianca is the only airline operating San Salvador to San Francisco flights. 98% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$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 San Francisco?

    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 Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Salvador to San Francisco flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to San Francisco 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 $593 to $2,677. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Salvador to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $570, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

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

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

    Evening 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 San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco route, 2% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 10m.

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from San Salvador to San Francisco. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $574 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $759, a difference of $185.

    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 San Francisco?

    Only Avianca operates flights between San Salvador and San Francisco.

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

    Flying via Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 44m, compared with 10h 37m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 11h 15m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    San Francisco is 1 hour 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 Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating San Salvador to San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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

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

  • Where is San Francisco International Airport's animals’ relief area?

    SFO is a service animal and pet-friendly airport welcoming them throughout the Airport. SFO provides animals’ relief areas in its facilities with waste bins, mutt mitt dispensers, and drinking sinks to care for the animals' relief needs. The animals’ relief areas are available to passengers traveling with their service animal or pet throughout the day, also, with accessibility to patrons with limited mobility. At SFO on the arrivals level, are the outdoor relief areas in Terminal 3 Courtyard 4 and Terminal 1 Courtyard 2. While, on the departure level, are the indoor relief areas in Terminal 2 gates D, Terminal 1 B and C gates, International Terminal gates A, and Terminal C gates F.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport have a hotel?

    Yes. SFO has an on-airport hotel, the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Grand Hyatt is conveniently located at SFO’s entrance. The hotel is accessible from the passenger terminals via the AirTrain. The hotel features guest suites, a meeting space, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness center, and a surface parking garage.

  • Where is the Business Center located at SFO?

    Business people traveling through SFO, if you have important business to attend to while at the Airport, you can do so at the SFO's business center. The SFO business center is in the International Terminal's main hall. The business center facilitates full-service services such as photocopying, printing, faxing, Internet, packaging and shipping, and mobile rentals.

  • Does SFO have a rental car faculty?

    Yes. SFO car rental center facilitates travelers to pick up and drop off rental cars. To get to SFO's on-site car rental center from the passenger terminals take the AirTrain Blue Line. Dollar, Avis, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, SIXT, Hertz, National, and Thrifty are the Airport’s on-site car rental companies. SFO also has an off-site car rental center served by a complimentary shuttle from SFO’s on-site rental facility. Fox, Payless, NU Car Rentals, and Airport Van Rental are the rental car companies at SFO’s off-site rental center.

Your guide to booking San Salvador to San Francisco 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $574, about $185 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to San Francisco trip for February. Fares historically average $478 round-trip in that month - typically $294 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Miami Airport (MIA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $457 round-trip on this route - about $210 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 San Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo
  • On your flight connecting San Salvador to San Francisco; you can kick back and distract yourself on the plane with entertainment. Indulge in the copious shows, movies, and more on live TV and streaming on the plane via the personal entertainment gadget. Copa Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Aeromexico expedite the entertainment feature for this flight route.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the largest airports on the US West Coast. SFO includes four terminals: an international terminal and terminals 1, 2, and 3 (handle domestic flights). SFO's AirTrain, operating daily 24 hours a day, serves the passenger terminals, Rental Car Center, Grand Hyatt Hotel, BART station, and Long- term parking lot.
  • Nondirect flights connecting to San Francisco from San Salvador include at least one layover stop. Panama City, Houston, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Dallas, San Jose, Los Vegas, Denver, Seattle, and Salt Lake City are the route’s most common layover cities.
  • Suppose a relative, friend, or driver is picking you up at SFO in their car. They can station their vehicles temporarily for free at the cell phone lot and wait for you to debark, pick up your baggage, and pick you up at the terminal's curbside. The cell phone lot is close to the long-term parking lot, approximately five minutes from the terminals.
  • For your flight from San Salvador to San Francisco, you must arrive at El Salvador International Airport (SAL) about three hours before the departure time. It will provide you time to check in at SAL, move through busy Airport security, and board your flight in time.

Prefer to fly direct from San Salvador to San Francisco?

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

Direct departures

San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Direct returns

San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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