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$258+ 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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — MGA
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 4, 2025.

This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sun 12/283:52 pmSAL - MGA
1 stop9h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/292:48 amMGA - SAL
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$352
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/263:52 pmSAL - MGA
1 stop9h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/282:48 amMGA - SAL
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$367
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sun 12/283:52 pmSAL - MGA
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/307:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$504
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/263:52 pmSAL - MGA
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/297:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$527
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/263:52 pmSAL - MGA
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$532
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/288:33 amSAL - MGA
1 stop4h 33mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/93:14 amMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/2$533
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/269:55 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Mon 12/297:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/4$540
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/289:55 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sat 1/107:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/2$544
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/139:55 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 1/47:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/3$556
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Tue 12/309:55 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 1/47:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/3$558

Find 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$367
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$258
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$533

Good round-trip deal

$527 or less

Good one-way deal

$270 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to Nicaragua 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Nicaragua that are best for you.

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San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/15

10:25 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 1/18

3:20 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$388

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/21

10:25 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 1/23

7:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$405

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/19

10:35 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 2/22

11:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$481

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/14

9:55 am-10:45 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 1/19

4:02 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$506

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/14

5:03 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 1/20

3:14 am-12:41 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/9

8:36 am-1:05 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 1/15

3:49 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops7h 47m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/22

5:03 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 1/22

3:49 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops7h 47m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 1/26

7:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 1/30

3:49 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops7h 47m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/9

5:02 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 2/13

3:49 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops7h 48m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/16

5:03 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 1/22

3:14 am-12:41 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$524

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Nicaragua (average of $15). Flying from San Salvador to Nicaragua in February is currently the most expensive (average of $428). 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 December 4, 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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 63% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Salvador to Nicaragua

Explore weekly flight availability from San Salvador to Nicaragua. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

The most flights from SAL to NI0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from San Salvador to Nicaragua delayed?

About 3% of weekly flights between San Salvador and Nicaragua have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 75 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Salvador to Nicaragua flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Salvador to Nicaragua flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

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 December 4, 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
1,554 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
1,554 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,554 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
6.6
Okay
2,479 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,554 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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 20h 10m. The distance between San Salvador and Nicaragua is about 214 mi.

  • 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: Webjet Linhas Aereas (100%), Iberia (89%), Avianca( 89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $166. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Managua Augusto C Sandino) can be booked for $449 on average, our data indicates $514 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Nicaragua (average of $15). Flying from San Salvador to Nicaragua in February is currently the most expensive (average of $428). 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$146Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$357Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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