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$83+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to El Salvador

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SJO — SAL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to El Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to El Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$83
(CheapOair)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$178

Good round-trip deal

$211 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1611:15 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 5/2112:13 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/30$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2311:15 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/269:00 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$147
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/88:46 amSJO - SAL
1 stop14h 50mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/128:30 amSAL - SJO
1 stop4h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$148
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/85:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 7/157:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/29$165
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:15 amSJO - SAL
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Thu 5/87:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$172
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/1111:05 amLIR - SAL
1 stop25h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/131:15 amSAL - LIR
1 stop10h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$791
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/231:20 pmLIR - SAL
3 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/256:00 amSAL - LIR
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$989

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to El Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

El Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

11:15 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/21

12:13 pm-1:27 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$146

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

11:15 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/26

9:00 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$147

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

8:46 am-11:36 pm

1 stop14h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/12

8:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$148

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/15

7:05 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$165

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

10:15 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/8

7:30 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$172

LiberiaSan Salvador

LIR - SAL

LIRSAL

Liberia

Mon 8/11

11:05 am-12:06 pm

1 stop25h 01m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 8/13

1:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$791

LiberiaSan Salvador

LIR - SAL

LIRSAL

Liberia

Fri 5/23

1:20 pm-8:05 pm

3 stops30h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$989

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

2:13 pm-3:32 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$83

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

5:30 am-2:51 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$101

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

9:35 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$113

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to El Salvador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to El Salvador

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Costa Rica 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 CR to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 May 1, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Costa Rica to El Salvador by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to El Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to El Salvador. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to El Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to SV0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in El Salvador by month

Plan your trip to El Salvador by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in El Salvador ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit El Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in El Salvador by month

Plan your trip to El Salvador by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to El Salvador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Costa Rica to El Salvador flight route?

    The Costa Rica to El Salvador flight path was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $83. Avianca flights start at $113 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $135 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to El Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Costa Rica 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 4 airlines flying from Costa Rica to El Salvador

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$118Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$138Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$157Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$169Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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