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$185+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SAL
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 9/94:41 pm
BWI
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SAL
1 stop21h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/191:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/24$339
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sun 8/304:44 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop8h 50m
Copa Airlines
Wed 9/24:54 am
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop8h 21m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/23$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 9/44:41 pm
BWI
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SAL
1 stop8h 53m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/171:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/294:44 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop29h 47m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/177:30 am
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop29h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/54:41 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop29h 50m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/171:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/54:41 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop29h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/191:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/25$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/124:41 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop29h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/191:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/25$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/304:44 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop8h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/54:54 am
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop8h 21m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/24$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 9/24:41 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop8h 53m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/31:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/23$384
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/304:44 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop8h 50m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/31:59 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/23$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 9/114:41 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop29h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/264:54 am
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop8h 21m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 9/184:41 pm
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop8h 53m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/264:54 am
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop8h 21m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$395

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to El Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated July 27, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$339
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$185
(Priceline)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$611

Good round-trip deal

$545 or less

Good one-way deal

$284 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/24

2:25 am-8:31 pm

1 stop20h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/30

1:59 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 21m

$530

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/15

2:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop12h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/26

7:30 am-4:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

$530

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/1

6:26 am-11:34 pm

1 stop19h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/20

1:59 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 21m

$530

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/23

4:34 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/3

1:43 pm-3:15 am

1 stop12h 32m

$530

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/13

2:25 am-8:32 pm

1 stop20h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 11/2

4:59 am-3:15 am

1 stop21h 16m

$530
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/13

2:55 am-5:17 am

Nonstop4h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/21

7:09 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$542

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/17

9:35 am-8:32 pm

1 stop12h 57m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/30

7:30 am-4:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

$545

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/6

3:06 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/14

7:09 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$575

BaltimoreSan Salvador

BWI - SAL

BWISAL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/16

6:00 am-9:19 pm

1 stop16h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 11/27

7:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop15h 18m

$593

BaltimoreSan Salvador

BWI - SAL

BWISAL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/26

8:15 am-12:31 pm

1 stop6h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/4

1:57 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$593

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $632). 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 WAS to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 27, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 27, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to SV0 are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and El Salvador have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to El Salvador flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to El Salvador flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to El Salvador flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,041 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,754 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador will take you 6h 16m. Washington, D.C. and El Salvador are separated by a distance of 1930 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $68. Users have also found prices from $79 and $91 on Volaris El Salvador and Avianca, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador are United Airlines (98%), Avianca Costa Rica (95%) and Volaris El Salvador (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador is generally $799, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $198. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $353 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to El Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $632). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to El Salvador

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$104Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$121Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$164Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$188Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$192Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$201Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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