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$130+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — ORD
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in March or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$130
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$378 or less

Good one-way deal

$131 or less
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2410:25 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/295:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$194
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:49 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/95:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$202
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1910:25 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Sat 8/235:25 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 7/1$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 9/123:30 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/299:05 pmORD - SAL
1 stop16h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$231
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 7/241:40 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 40mCopa Airlines
Thu 7/317:54 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 43mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/30$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/212:15 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 43mDelta
Tue 1/205:50 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/30$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 8/192:40 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop15h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2310:10 pmORD - SAL
2 stops14h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$287

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San Salvador

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/24

10:25 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

5:05 am-12:39 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$194

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/4

1:49 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

5:05 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$202

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/19

10:25 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$211

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/12

3:30 pm-10:13 am

1 stop17h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/29

9:05 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop16h 01m

$231

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/24

1:40 pm-12:20 am

1 stop9h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

7:54 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 43m

$267

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/19

2:40 pm-7:24 am

1 stop15h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

10:10 pm-11:36 am

2 stops14h 26m

$287

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/17

10:25 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$130

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-7:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$141

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/24

8:30 am-12:20 am

1 stop14h 50m

$145

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-8:36 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$146

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

When flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,363 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,101 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL), located 20.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl. 5 airlines have flights from El Salvador Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $202, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avianca and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $211 and $231, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    $130 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $141 and $145, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $329 for a flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $131 while the most popular route, (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $231.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 5 airlines flying from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to O'Hare Intl. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$271Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$293Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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