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$318+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SAL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to El Salvador

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Round-trip from

$367
(Avianca Connect)

One-way from

$318
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$540
From San Jose to El Salvador
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Avianca Connect 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/166:00 amSJC - SAL
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/239:40 amSAL - SJC
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$367
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.
Tue 8/265:55 amSJC - SAL
2 stops29h 32mDelta
Mon 9/11:52 pmSAL - SJC
2 stops28h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/1$554
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.
Tue 9/306:30 amSJC - SAL
2 stops12h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/61:25 pmSAL - SJC
1 stop23h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$564
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/297:09 pmSJC - SAL
2 stops15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/92:40 pmSAL - SJC
2 stops19h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$616

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to El Salvador that are best for you.

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San Jose

Fly to

El Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop14h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/23

9:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$367

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Tue 8/26

5:44 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops17h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

1:52 pm-8:59 am

2 stops20h 07m

$554

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Tue 9/30

6:30 am-8:17 pm

2 stops12h 47m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/6

1:25 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$564

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Tue 7/29

7:09 pm-11:30 am

2 stops15h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/9

2:40 pm-9:19 am

2 stops19h 39m

$616

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Mon 7/7

6:24 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops18h 59m

$318

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Mon 7/7

11:24 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$394

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Sun 7/13

11:00 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$1,637

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Deals found on 7/1

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 San Jose 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.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Jose to El Salvador to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose (SJC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to El Salvador from San Jose.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to El Salvador are United Airlines ($318), American Airlines ($394), and Delta ($1,637).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose 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 Jose to El Salvador.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San Jose 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 2 airlines flying from San Jose to El Salvador

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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$372Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$542Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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