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$224+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SAL
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to El Salvador

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/296:46 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops20h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/154:40 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$683
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/294:16 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops21h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/151:31 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$711
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/286:26 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops20h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/111:31 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$774
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/287:30 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1111:55 amSAL - DSM
2 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$778
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/286:52 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops18h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/133:21 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/233:45 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/84:02 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops18h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$839
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/245:07 amDSM - SAL
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/251:37 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$950

Find flight deals from Des Moines to El Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to El Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$336
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$224
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,475
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to El Salvador that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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El Salvador

Route

Depart

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Price

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

2:58 pm-10:28 am

2 stops19h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

4:02 pm-10:19 am

2 stops18h 17m

$336

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

8:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop11h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$387

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

8:10 am-3:24 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/5

2:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$450

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

4:25 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops22h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/5

3:21 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 29m

$453

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

7:30 am-9:05 am

3 stops49h 35m

$224

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

5:01 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$233

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

6:46 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops20h 38m

$233

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Tue 12/30

6:46 pm-12:36 am

2 stops29h 50m

$239

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

3:04 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$250

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

12:00 pm-1:49 pm

3 stops49h 49m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to El Salvador

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to El Salvador (average of $351). Flying from Des Moines to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $676). 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 DSM to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to El Salvador at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines 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
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to El Salvador. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to El Salvador?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to El Salvador. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to El Salvador?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to El Salvador (average of $351). Flying from Des Moines to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $676). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to El Salvador

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$351Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$466Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$519Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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