El Salvador

$79+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to El Salvador

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CHI — SAL
Nov 21 — Nov 281
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/44:21 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/712:04 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops30h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/20$299
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/53:21 pmORD - SAL
1 stop9h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/912:04 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops30h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/20$300
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:28 pmORD - SAL
2 stops10h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/82:37 amSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/20$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/58:42 pmMDW - SAL
2 stops28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1212:05 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop9h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/51:05 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/92:50 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$320
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Thu 11/64:57 pmORD - SAL
3 stops29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1211:19 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$321
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Thu 12/44:21 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1110:00 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$322
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/195:10 amORD - SAL
2 stops9h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2611:19 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop15h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$323
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 11/276:48 amORD - SAL
2 stops11h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/410:00 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$324
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Mon 11/312:17 pmORD - SAL
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1011:19 pmSAL - ORD
3 stops16h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$325
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 11/276:48 amORD - SAL
2 stops11h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:37 amSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 12/42:16 pmMDW - SAL
1 stop26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/102:37 amSAL - MDW
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$327

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to El Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to El Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated October 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$79
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$435

Good round-trip deal

$741 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
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From Chicago (CHI) to El Salvador
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to El Salvador
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to El Salvador.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to El Salvador.

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

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Chicago

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El Salvador

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ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

12:29 pm-1:13 am

2 stops12h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 12/10

2:37 am-11:14 am

1 stop8h 37m

$299

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Fri 12/5

8:42 pm-1:13 am

2 stops28h 31m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 12/12

12:05 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$315

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

1:05 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop8h 46m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/9

2:50 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$320

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

12:00 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/7

3:30 pm-7:47 am

1 stop15h 17m

$320

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

8:15 am-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/7

5:45 am-5:52 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$324

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/4

2:16 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 12/10

2:37 am-7:42 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$327

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

6:20 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop21h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

2:30 am-10:07 am

1 stop7h 37m

$332

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

3:02 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop24h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/28

8:00 am-11:25 pm

2 stops39h 25m

$338

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

7:10 am-3:24 pm

1 stop8h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/8

1:10 am-9:46 am

1 stop8h 36m

$348

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

12:09 pm-1:13 am

2 stops13h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/9

12:04 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops30h 32m

$349

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/20

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to El Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to El Salvador from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to El Salvador

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to El Salvador (average of $162). Flying from Chicago to El Salvador in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 CHI to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 October 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to El Salvador at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to El Salvador. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing El Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to El Salvador. 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 El Salvador. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Chicago to El Salvador. 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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to El Salvador in 8h 46m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Chicago and El Salvador are separated by a distance of 1971 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $84. Users have also found prices from $84 and $109 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to El Salvador is $80. On average you can expect to pay $508. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $207.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to El Salvador (average of $162). Flying from Chicago to El Salvador in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to El Salvador

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$278Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$279Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$334Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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