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$67+ 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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SAL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$580

Good round-trip deal

$310 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($36 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 July 3, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 23mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/186:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$240
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/125:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/225:30 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$245
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/231:49 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$246
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/95:25 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Sat 8/2310:25 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 7/2$267
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.
Wed 8/205:45 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Wed 9/31:52 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/1$270
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.
Fri 9/56:00 amMDW - SAL
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Tue 9/161:37 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/1$270
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:10 amMDW - SAL
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Sat 9/131:51 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$320
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.
Sat 8/169:12 pmMDW - SAL
2 stops19h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/2312:05 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop24h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$380

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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 July 3, 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

Fri 9/5

7:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/18

6:00 am-12:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

$240

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/12

5:05 am-12:39 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/22

5:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$245

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

5:05 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/23

1:49 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$246

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/9

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/23

10:25 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$267

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

5:45 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

1:52 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/16

1:37 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/6

6:10 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/13

1:51 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$320

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

8:44 pm-11:36 am

2 stops15h 52m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/26

2:40 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$324

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

9:12 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops19h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/23

12:05 pm-1:56 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$380

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

6:04 am-2:45 pm

2 stops33h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/26

4:00 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops28h 44m

$1,196

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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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico 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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $80. Users have also found prices from $84 and $90 on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, 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 $311. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $212.

  • 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$285Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$287Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$353Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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