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$212+ Cheap flights from El Salvador to Chicago (CHI)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — CHI
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from El Salvador to Chicago

Cheapest flights from El Salvador to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Salvador to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 16, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:37 pm
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop9h 20m
Delta
Tue 9/157:10 am
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop6h 12m
Delta
Deal found 5/13$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:37 pm
SAL
-
MDW
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Tue 9/156:00 am
MDW
-
SAL
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 5/13$384
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 8/278:05 am
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop12h 15m
Avianca
Sun 8/3011:20 pm
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop12h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$386
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:05 am
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop12h 15m
Avianca
Wed 10/2111:20 pm
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop17h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$387
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:05 am
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop12h 15m
Avianca
Mon 8/3111:20 pm
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop12h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$388
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 8/2511:20 pm
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop13h 45m
Avianca
Mon 8/313:40 pm
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop15h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/16$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:12 am
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/262:46 pm
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$392
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/411:20 pm
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop13h 45m
Avianca
Fri 6/193:40 pm
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 5/14$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 9/412:20 pm
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop9h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 9/205:00 am
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$395
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 9/251:20 pm
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop9h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 9/299:02 pm
ORD
-
SAL
2 stops14h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$398
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/218:30 am
SAL
-
ORD
1 stop18h 30m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/268:02 am
ORD
-
SAL
1 stop16h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13$399
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/69:55 am
SAL
-
ORD
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Sat 6/205:15 pm
ORD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$400

Find flight deals from El Salvador to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for El Salvador to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated May 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$384
(Delta)

One-way from

$212
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$400

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less
From El Salvador to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from El Salvador to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($150 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from El Salvador to Chicago (CHI).

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Salvador to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/15

8:30 am-4:00 am

1 stop18h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/31

3:21 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$399

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/19

1:59 pm-1:02 am

1 stop10h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

8:01 am-8:31 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$399

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/14

4:54 am-12:01 am

1 stop18h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/20

8:02 am-8:34 pm

1 stop13h 32m

$399

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 8/19

3:40 pm-9:09 am

1 stop16h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

6:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$431

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/25

3:40 pm-7:55 am

1 stop15h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

6:30 am-8:49 pm

1 stop15h 19m

$431

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/24

4:54 am-12:01 am

1 stop18h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/28

3:21 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$452

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/10

8:30 am-4:00 am

1 stop18h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

3:21 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$452

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/28

8:29 am-4:00 am

1 stop18h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/10

3:21 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$462

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/1

3:40 pm-7:55 am

1 stop15h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/16

9:30 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$505

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/25

1:37 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$518

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Best time to book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from El Salvador to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago?

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from El Salvador to Chicago. 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 El Salvador to Chicago?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago (average of $95). Flying from El Salvador to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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.

How often are flights from El Salvador to Chicago delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between El Salvador and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for El Salvador to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on El Salvador to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAvianca from El Salvador to Chicago. 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.

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from El Salvador to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from El Salvador to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from El Salvador to Chicago in 7h 09m. Fly via Avianca, Copa Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. El Salvador and Chicago are separated by a distance of 1958 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $114. Spirit Airlines flights start at $132 while deals on American Airlines start at $135 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from El Salvador to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $369. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $359 on average, our data indicates $410 when flying from El Salvador to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Salvador to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago (average of $95). Flying from El Salvador to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 4 airlines flying from El Salvador to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from El Salvador to Chicago. 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 May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$177Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$275Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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