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$131+ 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — ORD
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$244
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$451

Good round-trip deal

$406 or less
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($67 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 7/215:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 20mCopa Airlines
Thu 7/313:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop9h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$244
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/65:30 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Fri 6/133:45 pmORD - SAL
1 stop17h 10mAvianca
Deal found 5/1$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/65:30 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1112:41 pmORD - SAL
1 stop24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$283
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/191:14 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/237:39 pmORD - SAL
1 stop17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/316:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop12h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/68:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$352
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/2311:46 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop21h 16mFrontier
Mon 5/266:35 amMDW - SAL
1 stop17h 01mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/2311:45 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/267:10 amORD - SAL
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$385
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2311:46 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop23h 31mFrontier
Sun 5/256:26 pmORD - SAL
1 stop29h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 9/51:40 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Wed 9/106:00 amMDW - SAL
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/30$487
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/812:00 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/128:30 amMDW - SAL
2 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$760
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:01 pmSAL - MDW
2 stops25h 16mAeromexico
Wed 12/3112:10 pmMDW - SAL
2 stops25h 34mAeromexico
Deal found 4/29$2,200

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Illinois that are best for you.

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San Salvador

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/21

5:00 am-12:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

3:07 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 6/6

5:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

3:45 pm-7:55 am

1 stop17h 10m

$252

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 6/6

5:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/11

12:41 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$283

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/19

1:14 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/23

7:39 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$319

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/31

6:00 am-7:23 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

8:05 am-7:50 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$352

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/23

11:46 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop21h 16m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/26

6:35 am-10:36 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$382

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/23

11:45 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop17h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/26

7:10 am-11:58 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$385

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/23

11:46 pm-12:17 am

1 stop23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

6:26 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$387

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/5

1:40 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$487

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/29

3:58 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/5

12:48 pm-2:38 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$2,227

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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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico from San Salvador to Illinois. 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
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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.

  • 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 $131 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $144 and Copa Airlines from $145 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $406. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $244 on average our data indicates $440 when flying from San Salvador to Illinois.

  • 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$278Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$311Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$332Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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