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$99+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Mexico City (MEX)

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — MEX
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Fri 4/10
Fri 4/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez are usually found in April or May, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Mexico City

Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.

This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 4/229:45 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/7$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 5/53:07 am
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1211:50 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$236
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:29 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1710:50 am
MEX
-
SAL
1 stop7h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$238
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 9/17:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/611:15 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 3/247:29 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 16m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 3/259:45 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/10$246
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 4/268:45 am
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Sat 5/94:55 pm
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$247
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 4/147:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/1811:55 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$248
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/153:25 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 20m
Aeromexico
Thu 4/2311:55 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 24m
Aeromexico
Deal found 3/9$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 6/97:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/2211:55 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$252

Find flight deals from San Salvador to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to Mexico City (MEX). 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 March 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Volaris)

One-way from

$99
(Volaris)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to Mexico City 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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Mexico City that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/24

5:02 am-7:20 pm

1 stop14h 18m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 4/7

2:10 am-12:41 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$327

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/22

5:02 am-10:05 pm

1 stop17h 03m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 3/23

5:55 am-8:39 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$360

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/10

8:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 7/14

1:10 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$360

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/7

8:33 am-1:00 am

1 stop16h 27m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 4/11

12:25 am-12:41 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$360
Quickest round-trip

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/23

2:02 pm-1:00 am

1 stop10h 58m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 4/25

5:50 am-12:41 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$360

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/23

7:30 am-12:15 am

1 stop16h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/31

5:50 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$383

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 8/2

8:30 am-12:15 am

1 stop15h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 8/8

1:10 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$394
Cheapest one-way

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/17

7:29 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$99

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/17

7:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$162
Quickest one-way

San SalvadorMexico City

SAL - MEX

SALMEX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/7

7:32 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$174

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Deals found on 3/7

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Compare providers for flights from San Salvador to Mexico City

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 Mexico City in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Mexico City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Salvador-Mexico City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Salvador-Mexico City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Salvador-Mexico City 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-Mexico City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Mexico City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mexico City from San Salvador with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Mexico City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Mexico City (average of $105). Flying from San Salvador to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 11, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from San Salvador to Mexico City by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Mexico City?

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated March 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, andAeromexico from San Salvador to Mexico City. 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
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,569 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,499 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez if you want to fly from San Salvador to Mexico City. At least 4 different airlines have flights from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to Benito Juarez (MEX) on a regular basis. There are 6 flights to Mexico City 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 MEX to be around 2h 10m.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Mexico City flight route?

    Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez.

  • How long is the flight from San Salvador to Mexico City?

    Departing from San Salvador to Mexico City will take you 14h 18m. San Salvador and Mexico City are separated by a distance of 781 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Salvador to Mexico City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Salvador to Mexico City round-trip from $77. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Avianca, from $133, and Copa Airlines, from $146. You may be able to fly from San Salvador to Mexico City for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. Avianca flights start at $127 while deals on Aeromexico start at $131 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Salvador to Mexico City?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Salvador to Mexico City on time: AeroMexico Connect (100%), ANA (97%), Air Canada (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Mexico City?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $145. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez) can be booked for $240 on average, our data indicates $266 when flying from San Salvador to Mexico City.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Mexico City (average of $105). Flying from San Salvador to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 4 airlines flying from San Salvador to Mexico City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Mexico City. 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 March 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$77Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$133Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$146Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AeromexicoCheapest$149Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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