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$141+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) 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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — ORD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Salvador to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$223
(Avianca)

One-way from

$141
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$299
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/71:20 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/107:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop17h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$231
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/113:03 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/161:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 11/113:31 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops15h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/157:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop19h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$241
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:33 amSAL - ORD
1 stop15h 23mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/25:56 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 43mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$244
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1610:35 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops19h 12mAvianca
Mon 10/207:30 amORD - SAL
2 stops13h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$245
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/248:33 amSAL - ORD
1 stop14h 48mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/288:02 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:34 amSAL - ORD
2 stops15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/161:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$269
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/133:03 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/175:59 pmORD - SAL
1 stop19h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$271
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/43:03 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/68:41 amORD - SAL
2 stops28h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/43:03 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/67:35 amORD - SAL
1 stop10h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$274
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/217:35 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/115:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:00 amSAL - MDW
1 stop27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/61:37 pmMDW - SAL
1 stop23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$275

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Illinois that are best for you.

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Illinois

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San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/29

8:33 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

2:07 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/1

8:33 am-12:21 am

1 stop14h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

7:59 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/29

8:33 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:07 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/23

1:41 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

7:59 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/30

8:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop27h 37m

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/6

1:37 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop23h 32m

$275

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/12

8:33 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

6:56 am-8:40 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$280

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/28

8:33 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

3:07 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$285

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 11/7

2:24 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

6:15 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$314

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/18

1:45 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/25

6:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$317

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/1

1:24 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/7

6:30 am-8:30 pm

3 stops14h 00m

$362

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from San Salvador to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 SAL to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from San 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from San Salvador to Illinois, 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 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 September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from San Salvador to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to Illinois. 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 Salvador to Illinois?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL), located 20.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Salvador to Illinois.

  • How long is the flight from San Salvador to Illinois?

    For as low as $314, Copa Airlines can have you in Illinois from San Salvador in 7h 44m. San Salvador and Illinois are separated by a distance of 1958 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $141 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $141 and Delta from $165 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from San Salvador to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 San Salvador to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$254Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$271Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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