El Salvador

$174+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to El Salvador

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SFO — SAL
Jan 8 — Jan 151
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to El Salvador

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/711:33 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/186:55 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$428
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - SAL
2 stops11h 04mFrontier
Mon 1/127:21 pmSAL - SFO
2 stops20h 03mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/107:20 amSFO - SAL
1 stop11h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:55 amSAL - SFO
1 stop9h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/107:27 amSFO - SAL
2 stops12h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:00 amSAL - SFO
1 stop18h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$455
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/106:00 amSFO - SAL
2 stops13h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/122:27 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sat 12/137:10 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop24h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/163:00 amSAL - SFO
1 stop12h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/911:59 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop11h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/112:50 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$478
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:30 amSFO - SAL
2 stops37h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/127:34 amSAL - SFO
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$497
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Fri 12/264:06 pmSFO - SAL
2 stops14h 54mFrontier
Mon 1/127:21 pmSAL - SFO
2 stops20h 03mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$499
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - SAL
2 stops11h 04mFrontier
Fri 1/97:21 pmSAL - SFO
2 stops20h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$501
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/2811:20 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Fri 1/97:21 pmSAL - SFO
2 stops20h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$520

Find flight deals from San Francisco to El Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to El Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated December 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$412
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$174
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$852

Good round-trip deal

$507 or less

Good one-way deal

$326 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to El Salvador
One-way flight from San Francisco to El Salvador
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($148 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to El Salvador.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to El Salvador.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to El Salvador that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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El Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

7:10 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop16h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$416

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

3:50 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops18h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

1:31 pm-9:17 am

2 stops21h 46m

$425

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

9:35 am-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/10

6:55 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop6h 25m

$425

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

3:50 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops18h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

3:49 pm-9:17 am

2 stops19h 28m

$425

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

9:10 am-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

5:35 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$451

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

11:10 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$456

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

7:10 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop24h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/16

3:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$468

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

9:24 am-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/2

7:45 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$475

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

6:53 pm-6:15 am

1 stop9h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/23

7:45 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$486

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

1:35 am-9:05 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

7:45 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$491

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to El Salvador from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to El Salvador

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador (average of $158). Flying from San Francisco to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 SFO to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 9, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to El Salvador in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to El Salvador?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to El Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 9, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SV0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to El Salvador delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between San Francisco and El Salvador have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to El Salvador flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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 9, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to El Salvador, such as Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Salvador?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to El Salvador flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to El Salvador?

    For as low as $451, United Airlines can have you in El Salvador from San Francisco in 8h 40m. There are 2639 mi between San Francisco and El Salvador. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $95 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris El Salvador. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Avianca, with prices starting from $125 and $152, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to El Salvador?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to El Salvador on time: EVA Air (82%), ANA (70%), Avianca (63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to El Salvador?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador is generally $837, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $220. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $224 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Salvador?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador (average of $158). Flying from San Francisco to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 San Francisco to El Salvador

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$139Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$204Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$268Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$350Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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