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$231+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — MGA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$425
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$231
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$451

Good round-trip deal

$444 or less

Good one-way deal

$211 or less
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Nicaragua
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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 July 31, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/210:25 pmSAL - MGA
1 stop19h 55mAvianca
Mon 8/44:50 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/810:35 pmSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/279:20 amMGA - SAL
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$487
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/75:05 amSAL - MGA
1 stop8h 00mCopa Airlines
Sat 8/163:13 amMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$524

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San Salvador

Fly to

Nicaragua

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 8/21

10:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 8/24

7:25 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$425

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/8

10:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 8/27

9:20 am-8:52 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$487

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 8/7

5:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 8/16

3:13 am-12:42 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

6:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$231

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/25

7:35 am-3:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$234

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/23

8:33 am-10:11 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$258

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/18

1:15 am-12:06 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$736

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Deals found on 7/30

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 July 31, 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 37% 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 July 31, 2025.

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

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 July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, United 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
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,388 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

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 2 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $234. Users have also found prices from $258 and $736 on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 (94%), Avianca (94%), Iberia( 83%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $159. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Managua Augusto C Sandino) can be booked for $490 on average our data indicates $337 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$146Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$385Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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