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$166+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Cancún (CUN)

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — CUN
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Cancun are usually found in November or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$278
(Avianca)

One-way from

$166
(Priceline)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$290

Good round-trip deal

$292 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/110:25 pmSAL - CUN
2 stops12h 20mAvianca
Wed 8/66:20 pmCUN - SAL
2 stops12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 7/1$278
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/223:50 pmSAL - CUN
1 stop6h 39mAeromexico
Sat 7/266:00 amCUN - SAL
1 stop9h 23mAeromexico
Deal found 7/3$287
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 7/2210:20 amSAL - CUN
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/2712:38 pmCUN - SAL
Nonstop3h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$289
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:42 pmSAL - CUN
1 stop7h 16mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/167:00 amCUN - SAL
1 stop6h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/3$312
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 8/296:52 amSAL - CUN
Nonstop3h 56mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 9/112:38 pmCUN - SAL
Nonstop3h 13mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/2$357

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to Cancún 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Cancún that are best for you.

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San Salvador

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/1

10:25 pm-11:45 am

2 stops12h 20m

Cancun

Wed 8/6

6:20 pm-6:10 am

2 stops12h 50m

$278

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/22

3:50 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Cancun

Sat 7/26

6:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$287

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/22

10:20 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Cancun

Sun 7/27

12:38 pm-2:51 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$289

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/12

1:42 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Cancun

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$312

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/29

6:52 am-11:48 am

Nonstop3h 56m

Cancun

Mon 9/1

12:38 pm-2:51 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$357

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 7/12

10:20 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$166

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 7/12

3:45 pm-12:29 am

1 stop7h 44m

$167

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/30

5:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops10h 09m

$247

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/8

2:00 am-6:41 am

1 stop27h 41m

$420

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Deals found on 7/3

Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Cancún. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Salvador to Cancún. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Salvador to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 SAL to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from San Salvador to Cancún by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Salvador to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Cancún. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Salvador to Cancún flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico, and United Airlines from San Salvador to Cancún have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,363 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Cancún flight route?

    Flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Cancun have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Salvador to Cancún round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to Cancún is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $278 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Aeromexico and Copa Airlines, starting at $287 and $312 round-trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Salvador to Cancún one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $166. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aeromexico and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Salvador to Cancún for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Cancún?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Salvador to Cancún? While on average our users pay $233, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $159. The most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Cancun), is priced around $297.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Salvador to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Salvador to Cancún?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Salvador to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to Cancún 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 San Salvador to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Salvador to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Cancún. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$143Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$154Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$206Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$242Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$253Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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