$121 Find Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

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Book Cheap Washington, D.C. to El Salvador Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Volaris El Salvador Logo
2:55 am - 5:17 am
IAD
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SAL
4h 22mnonstop
Volaris El Salvador Logo
7:02 pm - 1:15 am
SAL
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IAD
4h 13mnonstop
$291Volaris El Salvador
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Oct 9
Volaris El Salvador Logo
2:55 am - 5:17 am
IAD
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SAL
4h 22mnonstop
Volaris El Salvador Logo
7:13 am - 1:26 pm
SAL
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IAD
4h 13mnonstop
$293Volaris El Salvador
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Oct 14
Volaris El Salvador Logo
3:06 pm - 5:28 pm
IAD
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SAL
4h 22mnonstop
Volaris El Salvador Logo
7:02 pm - 1:15 am
SAL
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IAD
4h 13mnonstop
$296Volaris El Salvador
Sun, May 17 - Fri, May 22
Copa Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 8:33 pm
BWI
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SAL
29h 53m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:55 am - 3:24 pm
SAL
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BWI
8h 29m
1 stop
$341Copa Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Thu, May 28
Copa Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 8:33 pm
BWI
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SAL
29h 53m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:24 pm
SAL
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BWI
29h 54m
1 stop
$342Copa Airlines
Sun, Jul 19 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 10:00 am
BWI
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SAL
21h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:00 am - 6:07 pm
SAL
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BWI
29h 07m
1 stop
$359Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
United Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 9:35 pm
BWI
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SAL
28h 30m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 12:33 am
SAL
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BWI
23h 48m
2 stops
$370United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Oct 8
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:04 pm
BWI
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SAL
8h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:39 pm - 12:11 am
SAL
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BWI
8h 32m
1 stop
$371Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 1
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 12:15 pm
BWI
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SAL
27h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 8:57 pm
SAL
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BWI
27h 17m
2 stops
$375United Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 17
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 10:00 am
BWI
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SAL
21h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:05 am - 6:07 pm
SAL
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BWI
29h 02m
1 stop
$379Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to El Salvador flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to El Salvador flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to El Salvador from Washington, D.C. found in the last 72 hours was to San Salvador, at $274 round-trip. The most popular route is from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to San Salvador (SAL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $274.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to El Salvador?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to El Salvador is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $302 on average. Morning departures are around 7% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to El Salvador is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $416.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $424 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador is September, when tickets cost $267 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $615 and $390 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to El Salvador on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Washington, D.C., you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$121
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 71% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to San Salvador

FAQs - booking El Salvador flights

  • Do I need a visa in order to fly from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    If you are traveling from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador as a tourist, you do not need a visa if you are leaving within 90 days. However, you must purchase a tourist card when you arrive in El Salvador for a small fee. This tourist card is valid for 90 days. However, if your passport says that you were born in El Salvador, you do not need a tourist card.

  • Can I rent a car at El Salvador International Airport when I arrive on a flight from Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. The car rental companies National, Thrifty, and Dollar are car rental companies that are on site at El Salvador International Airport. Budget, National, Alamo, Hertz, and Avis all serve SAL but when you arrive at the airport, you will have to take a complimentary shuttle to the nearby off-site locations for these agencies.

  • Is Washington Dulles International Airport a hub for any airlines?

    Washington Dulles International Airport, which is located on the western outskirts of Washington, D.C., serves as a hub for several airlines. Some of these include United Airlines, United Express, SkyWest airlines, Southern Airways Express, and others.

  • Does the Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport have any lounges where an economy-ticketed passenger can use?

    At Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, passengers on any airline with any class of ticket can pay a fee at the door or use a lounge pass that has been pre-purchased in order to enjoy the benefits and amenities of The Club BWI. This exclusive lounge is located on Concourse D adjacent to Gate D10.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to El Salvador

  • Airline passengers flying from the Washington, D.C. greater metropolitan area to El Salvador will be landing at El Salvador International Airport (SAL) located in the capital city San Salvador. SAL is a hub for Volaris El Salvador, Volaris Costa Rica, Avianca, and other airlines.
  • Passengers looking for a non-stop flight from the Washington, D.C. greater metropolitan area to El Salvador can find a flight on Avianca that departs from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). United Airlines, Volaris, and Volaris El Salvador also operate non-stop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to El Salvador International Airport.
  • Though non-stop flights from the Washington, D.C. greater metropolitan area to El Salvador tend to be among the cheapest, you can usually find an even cheaper flight aboard Spirit Airlines with one stop in Fort Lauderdale. This flight departs from Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
  • American Airlines operates a number of flights from the Reagan National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C. to El Salvador. These flights tend to allow Basic Economy passengers one carry-on. Some of these flights have one stop in Miami or Dallas, while others have two stops in cities such Charlotte or Philadelphia and then a second stop in Miami.
  • When you upgrade a non-stop Avianca flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to El Salvador International Airport from Economy XS to Economy M, you gain some advantages. You are allowed a carry-on bag, a checked bag, and seat selection for free, none of which is allowed on an Economy XS ticket.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1582 reviews
6.8Entertainment
6.8Food
7.8Boarding
8.1Crew
7.4Comfort
Airline reviews

Boarding was a mess, they call all priority members without distinction so gold, platinum, silver were all mixed together in a long line which defeats the purpose

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
DAV - PTY
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Boarding was a mess, they call all priority members without distinction so gold, platinum, silver were all mixed together in a long line which defeats the purpose

Friendly crew, good food options, food not the best and seats not as comfy but that’s typical.

The food is terrible I ask for water never got transport my mother we’re late and my sister from Lima was the worst waiting to long for wheelchair

Copa staff at PTY and one particular crew member were unhelpful & rude.

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

The flight was good overall. Everything went smoothly, although the landing was a bit rough. Still, it was a pleasant experience

I always enjoy flying Copa. There are very few airlines where I can enjoy a comfortable sleep in-flight. The snacks weren't the best, but they sufficed. The in-flight entertainment was fantastic, and I crossed another movie off my watch list.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

This airline always trick us so we end up paying again for the luggage’s. This airline is worthless and take advantage of travelers .

Now days most airlines flying to Central America have a really poor service, but if you buy first class they will treat you better. I miss those days when flying was fun.

Friendly staff at all very easy check in and organize process

Horrible airline, upgraded to sit on seats made of stone. Staff were rude and on top of it they charge an arm and a leg for luggage 🧳 never again

The seats are the worst I upgraded to premium big mistake and it seems like no one likes there job very unpleasant

they don’t have TV Seat to Type in space

Vegetarian selection could be better. Bread was too hard to chew.

Crew was friendly and competent. Food, wine, and entertainment were excellent except the raw tuna on the flight to Split. Recommend against serving that - at least as the only option. Many medical conditions do not allow people to eat raw fish.

After arriving in Chicago, we were taxiing for 1.5 hours with infrequent and untruthful updates about the amount of time it would take to arrive at the gate. Minimally, the team could have provided timing expectations that were more truthful, especially one their original expectations were not met.

United didn’t even try to hold the flight for me. They knew I had a tight connection and when I arrived at the gate less than 10 mins after final boarding the flight had already gone. The gate agent wasn’t even notified that I was on my way. She was told I wasn’t at the airport

Good quick flight on a small but comfortable plane. I'm 6'3 and had plenty of space.

The flight was delayed so we were dead tired, and after that the turbulence was horrible. I was very scared.

Wonderful. Quick boarding. Early departure and we arrived 30 minutes early at our destination. Unfortunately, when you arrive early, there is still a departing aircraft at our gate. We had to park for 30 minutes until the gate was clear. So our early arrival was not really early at the gate. Otherwise it was a quick and smooth flight. Appreciated the efficiency.

Wifi took a while to kick in and we had a maintenance issue that took over 40 mins at the gate in Washington before pulling back

Very good. Because of the delays with my previous flight, I missed my connection, but I was able to book another flight through the United app easily.

Was happy we finally got upgraded in 1st class. The seat getting old. The cushiness need some improvement.

The employees at the gate were not communicating, they preferred to give the upgrade to pilots and not to the elite passengers Every flight I more disappointing, clients shooed be priority instead of other employees even if they are pilots, there was plenty room for pilots in economy

This was my first time flying with you guys and my very last! This was the most horrible experience!!! There was not even tv in the plane! How cheap can this airline be!!! I paid so much for my suitcase!!! I would never fly with this airline again! The crew are very rude!

The crew was great! They waited for me as Air Canada flight was delayed by 1:15 hours from Ottawa to Toronto. I am a bit disappointed that we could only use wifi for entertainment but I survived! The only thing I would of liked is a more comfortable seat. The seat cushions are not thick enough for flights longer than 3 hours. Aside from that, everything was great.

The worst experience I've ever had because the "people" @ Avianca wouldn't let me fly because they said I needed a round trip ticket

Seating was tight. Seats don't recline. Initial flight was cancelled. Lost two days of vacation.

I had bad experiences before now was excellent I am glad they have business class again

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral

I actually upgraded to the medium level of seats from basic and even doing that it may have been physically the most uncomfortable flight I have ever had. They packed everyone like is a train to death camp. It was a red eye so I hoped to get some sleep but it was physically impossible to find a comfortable way to rest. I met other folks on the same flight and they said the same thing. It was an utterly miserable flight and if I have any other options I will never fly with them again

Deplaning was a mess, I sat in business (seats are horrible) and the front door had a problem so we had to deplane from the rear exit. The stairs were not tall enough to reach so there was a large step down from the plane to the top of the stairs.

Staff are the rudest in the industry … awful customer service … will never fly Avianca again

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

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