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$130+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — CHI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$130
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$446

Good round-trip deal

$378 or less

Good one-way deal

$131 or less
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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 July 3, 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
Thu 9/115:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$202
This Priceline 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 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 7/3$211
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/153:30 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop15h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/217:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop14h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$231
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.
Wed 9/31:42 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 39mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/87:55 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/3$267
This Delta 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 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 7/3$279
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/191:52 pmSAL - MDW
2 stops21h 36mDelta
Sat 8/236:04 amMDW - SAL
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/1$279
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/213:35 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/208:25 pmORD - SAL
2 stops15h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$295
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1710:05 amSAL - MDW
1 stop28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:30 amMDW - SAL
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$369
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.
Fri 10/1711:47 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop22h 22mFrontier
Mon 10/206:15 amMDW - SAL
1 stop17h 12mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$392
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/194:00 pmSAL - MDW
2 stops28h 44mAeromexico
Sat 8/236:04 amMDW - SAL
2 stops33h 41mAeromexico
Deal found 7/2$1,234

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Customize your flight search to find flights from El Salvador to Chicago 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 El Salvador to Chicago that are best for you.

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El Salvador

Fly to

Chicago

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

Thu 9/11

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

Mon 9/15

3:30 pm-7:53 am

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

7:00 am-8:17 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$231

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

1:42 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

7:55 am-11:35 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$267

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 12/21

2:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

5:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$279

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/19

1:52 pm-8:35 am

2 stops17h 43m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

6:04 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$279

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 12/21

3:35 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

8:25 pm-11:55 am

2 stops15h 30m

$295

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 8/17

10:05 am-3:06 pm

1 stop28h 01m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/24

7:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$369

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/17

11:47 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop22h 22m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/20

6:15 am-10:27 pm

1 stop17h 12m

$392

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Best time to book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from El Salvador to Chicago 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 SV to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from El Salvador to Chicago. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from El Salvador to Chicago as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from El Salvador to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

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

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

  • 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 $130. United Airlines flights start at $141 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $145 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $131. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $202 on average our data indicates $329 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from El Salvador to Chicago 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 El Salvador to Chicago

Discover the top 5 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 July 3, 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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