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$123+ Cheap flights from El Salvador to Illinois

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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — ORD
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from El Salvador to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Salvador to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

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 12/301:18 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop30h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/105:32 pmORD - SAL
1 stop21h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$265
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:06 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop28h 32mFrontier
Thu 1/16:12 amMDW - SAL
1 stop29h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$268
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/213:52 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/207:20 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/14$274
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:06 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/14:10 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/272:32 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Sun 1/185:30 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/14$279
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/233:52 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/317:30 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/14$285
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:30 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 45mAvianca
Thu 1/14:10 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/15$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/186:55 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:35 amORD - SAL
1 stop13h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$294
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/272:44 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/135:15 amORD - SAL
1 stop9h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$296
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2710:00 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Tue 1/134:10 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/15$297
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.
Sat 12/273:43 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/189:10 pmORD - SAL
2 stops15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$298
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:43 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$299

Find flight deals from El Salvador to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for El Salvador to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$250
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$123
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$402

Good round-trip deal

$937 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from El Salvador to Illinois 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Salvador to Illinois that are best for you.

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El Salvador

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/26

1:45 pm-12:04 am

1 stop10h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

3:22 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$285

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/16

5:03 am-12:24 am

1 stop19h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:35 am-8:38 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$285

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/13

10:25 pm-8:18 am

2 stops33h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:20 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$287

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/23

4:57 am-1:13 am

1 stop19h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

8:06 am-11:36 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$287

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/23

7:30 am-1:13 am

1 stop16h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

3:21 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$287

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/16

2:02 pm-1:13 am

1 stop10h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

8:06 am-8:33 pm

1 stop13h 27m

$287

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/15

4:02 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

3:22 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$288

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/15

10:56 am-4:23 pm

1 stop29h 27m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

6:10 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$317

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/27

2:35 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/9

6:30 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$332

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/16

10:09 am-6:54 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

6:10 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$370

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Best time to book a flight from El Salvador to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Illinois (average of $118). Flying from El Salvador to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 SV to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from El Salvador to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from El Salvador to Illinois in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from El Salvador to Illinois?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their El Salvador to Illinois flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from El Salvador to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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
9,094 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,484 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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 El Salvador to Illinois. 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 El Salvador to Illinois?

    A quick flight from El Salvador to Illinois can take about 8h 07m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $332. Airlines will cover a distance of 1958 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from El Salvador to Illinois are Avianca ($114), American Airlines ($135), and United Airlines ($141).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Salvador to Illinois 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 El Salvador to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Illinois (average of $118). Flying from El Salvador to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 5 airlines flying from El Salvador to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from El Salvador to Illinois. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$262Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$271Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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