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$185+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — LAX
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 10/86:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Sun 10/1111:54 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$349
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 10/86:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Mon 10/1210:59 am
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/27$353
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/266:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Mon 8/3110:59 am
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$362
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/166:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Sun 10/411:54 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/27$363
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:16 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Sun 8/2311:54 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$364
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/266:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/112:37 am
LAX
-
SAL
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$367
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 10/166:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Mon 10/2610:59 am
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$369
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 10/86:11 pm
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 10/1411:54 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$370
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/55:16 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Mon 10/1211:54 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 58m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/1$371

Find flight deals from San Salvador to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$185
(Super.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$432

Good round-trip deal

$411 or less

Good one-way deal

$252 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/21

1:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/28

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$624

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-8:23 pm

1 stop15h 23m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/13

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$641

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/4

6:00 am-9:42 pm

1 stop16h 42m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$646

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-6:07 pm

1 stop13h 07m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/28

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$652

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/22

2:00 am-6:16 am

Nonstop5h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/27

12:57 am-2:24 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$658
Quickest round-trip

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/28

1:50 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/4

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$663

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/8

3:40 pm-7:29 am

1 stop16h 49m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/22

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$680

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/22

1:57 pm-12:26 am

1 stop11h 29m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/1

5:15 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$687

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/11

1:57 pm-12:26 am

1 stop11h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/19

9:45 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 46m

$687

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/23

1:57 pm-12:26 am

1 stop11h 29m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/2

9:50 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$687

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Salvador to Los Angeles in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Salvador-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Salvador-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Salvador-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Salvador-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Salvador-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles (average of $302). Flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $529). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San Salvador to Los Angeles flights typically cost between $303 and $552 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $349 on Volaris El Salvador (Oct 8-Oct 11).

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Volaris

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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated August 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, andUnited Airlines from San Salvador to Los Angeles. 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
1,562 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,063 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,847 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    You will need to book a flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles if you want to fly from San Salvador to Los Angeles. At least 6 different airlines have flights from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to Los Angeles (LAX) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Los Angeles from the San Salvador airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAL to LAX to be around 5h 13m.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Los Angeles flight route?

    Within the past month, 68 users have taken a look at flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles.

  • How long is the flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    Departing from San Salvador to Los Angeles will take you 10h 40m. San Salvador and Los Angeles are separated by a distance of 2319 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $105. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $155 and $165, respectively. Frontier is 73% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $137 on Volaris El Salvador. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $162 and Azul from $166 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    Consider EVA Air (97%), Avianca (94%) or Volaris El Salvador (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $500, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $174. The most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $358.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles (average of $302). Flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $529). 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 6 airlines flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles. 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$105Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$155Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$186Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$218Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$282Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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