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$144+ Cheap flights from El Salvador to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — LAX
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from El Salvador to California

Cheapest flights from El Salvador to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Salvador to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 2/2410:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 12/13$210
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/2412:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/106:49 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop13h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/210:46 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:15 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/2410:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$263
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:18 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop11h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/176:44 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops18h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/13$274
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:18 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop11h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/27:07 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops17h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/13$276
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:15 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2012:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:37 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop21h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/1111:45 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops13h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$280
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Thu 12/259:00 amSAL - LAS
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Tue 1/132:10 pmLAS - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/13$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/203:43 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop25h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/241:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop21h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$282
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Sat 12/209:00 amSAL - LAS
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Thu 1/82:10 pmLAS - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/12$282

Find flight deals from El Salvador to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for El Salvador to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$190
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One-way from

$144
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Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$294 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from El Salvador to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Salvador to California that are best for you.

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San SalvadorSan Jose

SAL - SJC

SALSJC

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/25

4:40 pm-1:41 pm

2 stops23h 01m

San Jose

Sun 3/1

3:55 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops21h 29m

$242

San SalvadorBurbank

SAL - BUR

SALBUR

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

11:23 am-8:13 am

2 stops22h 50m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 2/4

5:40 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops19h 12m

$264

San SalvadorLas Vegas

SAL - LAS

SALLAS

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

9:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/4

11:51 am-2:52 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$283

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/2

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

10:46 pm-4:45 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$285

San SalvadorLas Vegas

SAL - LAS

SALLAS

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

6:55 am-4:16 pm

1 stop11h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

1:35 pm-5:45 am

1 stop14h 10m

$291

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

6:55 am-11:33 pm

1 stop18h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

10:46 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$295

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/26

6:55 am-10:30 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

10:46 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$295

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/26

2:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/29

10:43 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 07m

$295

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/26

4:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:46 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$295

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/26

4:40 pm-7:54 am

1 stop17h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

10:46 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$295

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Best time to book a flight from El Salvador to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from El Salvador with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from El Salvador to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from El Salvador to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to California (average of $122). Flying from El Salvador to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $152). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SV to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from El Salvador to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from El Salvador to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from El Salvador to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from El Salvador to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their El Salvador to California flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from El Salvador to California

Explore weekly flight availability from El Salvador to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

The most flights from SV0 to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and Volaris El Salvador from El Salvador to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,485 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this El Salvador to California flight route?

    This flight path from El Salvador to California was viewed by 87 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from El Salvador to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from El Salvador to California in 6h 07m. Fly via United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or Volaris El Salvador to get the fastest option. The distance between El Salvador and California is about 2635 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from El Salvador to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris El Salvador, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $134. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from El Salvador to California for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from El Salvador to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on El Salvador to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from El Salvador to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from El Salvador to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from El Salvador to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Salvador to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from El Salvador to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to California (average of $122). Flying from El Salvador to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $152). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from El Salvador to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from El Salvador to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$108Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$139Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$207Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$265Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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