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$84+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SAL
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$244
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$84
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431

Good round-trip deal

$458 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 9/710:27 amORD - SAL
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/251:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/810:27 amORD - SAL
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/251:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/115:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/231:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$246
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/251:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/165:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/231:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop20h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$252
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/2210:27 amORD - SAL
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/259:27 amSAL - ORD
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$259
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/106:44 pmORD - SAL
1 stop18h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/231:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/88:56 pmORD - SAL
2 stops16h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/251:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 10/186:45 amORD - SAL
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Fri 10/241:39 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 8/18$270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 8/266:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/153:30 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$272
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/1711:57 amORD - SAL
1 stop25h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/211:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop20h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 10/186:45 amORD - SAL
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Sat 10/251:39 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops18h 44mDelta
Deal found 8/18$274

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 August 20, 2025.
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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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

10:27 am-8:52 pm

1 stop11h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/25

1:45 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$244

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

5:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/25

1:45 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$244

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

5:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/23

1:45 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$246

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

5:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/23

1:45 pm-10:52 am

1 stop20h 07m

$252

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

10:27 am-8:52 pm

1 stop11h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/25

9:27 am-8:29 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$259

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

8:56 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops16h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/25

1:45 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$269

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/22

1:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/25

1:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/28

1:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/23

1:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to El Salvador

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Chicago to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 August 20, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to El Salvador, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 afternoons 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 August 20, 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,510 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,928 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,411 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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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 7h 08m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Frontier, or Delta to get the fastest option. Chicago and El Salvador are separated by a distance of 1958 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 $122. On average you can expect to pay $407. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $202.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Chicago to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$175Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$246Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$276Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$287Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$320Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$320Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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