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$246+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Nicaragua

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — MGA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Nicaragua

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Salvador to Nicaragua flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$451
(Priceline)

One-way from

$246
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$426

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Nicaragua
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Nicaragua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Nicaragua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:25 pmSAL - MGA
2 stops20h 10mAvianca
Sun 11/167:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$451
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:25 pmSAL - MGA
2 stops20h 10mAvianca
Sun 11/307:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 9/16$470
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:30 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 9/217:25 pmMGA - SAL
1 stop20h 30mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$478
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.
Fri 10/108:33 amSAL - MGA
1 stop13h 34mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/153:12 amMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$524
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.
Tue 10/215:45 pmSAL - MGA
2 stops24h 35mAvianca
Tue 11/49:20 amMGA - SAL
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$525
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.
Mon 12/17:30 amSAL - MGA
1 stop5h 36mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/43:12 amMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$533
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:33 amSAL - MGA
1 stop13h 41mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/212:03 pmMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$542
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:30 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 9/215:25 amMGA - SAL
Nonstop0h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$546

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Nicaragua that are best for you.

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San Salvador

Fly to

Nicaragua

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/12

7:30 am-8:20 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 2/15

11:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$462

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/22

1:41 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 10/28

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/30

7:30 am-1:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 11/6

2:03 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/11

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 10/15

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/19

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 10/25

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/11

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 10/19

2:08 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/26

8:33 am-1:07 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 9/30

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/15

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 10/19

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/30

5:04 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 10/10

3:49 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops7h 48m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/4

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 10/9

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Nicaragua

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Nicaragua (average of $341). Flying from San Salvador to Nicaragua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 NI?

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Salvador to Nicaragua is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nicaragua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nicaragua. 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 Nicaragua. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines and Avianca from San Salvador to Nicaragua. 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
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Nicaragua from San Salvador, you will be flying from El Salvador Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is located 20.5 mi from the center of San Salvador.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Nicaragua flight route?

    Flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Nicaragua have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Departing from San Salvador to Nicaragua will take you 50m. The distance between San Salvador and Nicaragua is about 214 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Before booking your flight to Nicaragua from San Salvador, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (90%), Avianca (90%), Iberia( 78%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Managua Augusto C Sandino) can be booked for $524 on average, our data indicates $289 when flying from San Salvador to Nicaragua.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Nicaragua (average of $341). Flying from San Salvador to Nicaragua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 2 airlines flying from San Salvador to Nicaragua

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Nicaragua. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$146Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$380Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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