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$78+ Cheap flights from California to El Salvador

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAL
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to El Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to El Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated January 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$232
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$78
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$387

Good round-trip deal

$286 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/245:40 pm
BUR
-
SAL
2 stops19h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 1/3111:23 am
SAL
-
BUR
2 stops22h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/245:40 pm
BUR
-
SAL
2 stops19h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/34:02 pm
SAL
-
BUR
2 stops20h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$255
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Tue 4/1411:50 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Volaris
Sat 5/27:00 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 35m
Volaris
Deal found 1/11$259
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 3/1211:50 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Volaris
Tue 3/317:00 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 35m
Volaris
Deal found 1/11$260
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Sat 2/2112:09 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Volaris
Tue 2/247:00 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 26m
Volaris
Deal found 1/11$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Fri 1/307:07 pm
LAX
-
SAL
1 stop12h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2312:05 pm
SAL
-
LAX
1 stop8h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$262
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 8/1311:30 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2011:20 pm
SAL
-
LAX
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/10$263
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Wed 2/2510:50 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 3/45:54 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 26m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/11$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3010:31 pm
LAX
-
SAL
1 stop14h 18m
American Airlines
Mon 2/23:21 pm
SAL
-
LAX
2 stops20h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$265
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Fri 1/307:07 pm
LAX
-
SAL
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/145:35 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$266
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2810:45 pm
LAX
-
SAL
1 stop12h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/45:54 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/271:48 pm
LAX
-
SAL
1 stop21h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/34:02 pm
SAL
-
LAX
2 stops18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$268

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to El Salvador 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to El Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

El Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BurbankSan Salvador

BUR - SAL

BURSAL

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 1/24

5:40 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops19h 12m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/3

4:02 pm-10:29 am

2 stops20h 27m

$255

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

10:43 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/6

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$271

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-9:19 pm

1 stop13h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/10

2:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$276

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-9:19 pm

1 stop12h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/11

2:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$276

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

5:50 am-9:19 pm

1 stop13h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$276

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

11:59 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop13h 31m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/3

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$276

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Sun 2/1

8:17 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop14h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

5:02 am-5:13 pm

1 stop14h 11m

$281

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

1:11 am-8:38 pm

1 stop17h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/7

7:30 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$281

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

9:22 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop13h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

8:36 am-10:26 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$281

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

1:25 am-12:41 pm

1 stop9h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/27

5:03 am-10:36 pm

1 stop19h 33m

$281

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Best time to book a flight from California to El Salvador

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to El Salvador (average of $117). Flying from California to El Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 CA to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from California to El Salvador. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 12, 2026.

When flying from California to El Salvador, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to El Salvador. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to El Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from California to El Salvador. 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 January 12, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SV0 are scheduled on a Friday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to El Salvador. 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 California to El Salvador flight route?

    Flights from California to El Salvador have been viewed 948 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $276, Spirit Airlines can have you in El Salvador from California in 13h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2319 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to El Salvador are Spirit Airlines ($81), United Airlines ($84), and Volaris El Salvador ($92).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to El Salvador (average of $117). Flying from California to El Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 8 airlines flying from California to El Salvador

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to El Salvador. 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$101Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$175Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$201Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$263Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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