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$225+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$350
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$225
(Avianca)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$411

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:40 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Fri 9/1212:05 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 25mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$346
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:40 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop11h 00mCopa Airlines
Sat 5/101:37 amSFO - SAL
1 stop20h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/301:42 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/512:05 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/166:00 amSAL - SFO
2 stops16h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1211:58 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop18h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/302:00 amSAL - SFO
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/312:43 amSFO - SAL
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$525

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to San Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

San Salvador

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/6

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

1:37 am-11:36 pm

1 stop20h 59m

$350

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/26

7:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

2:20 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$359

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/6

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$414

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 6/16

6:00 am-9:39 pm

2 stops16h 39m

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

11:58 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$422

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 6/16

6:00 am-11:34 pm

1 stop18h 34m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:30 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 47m

$525

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/6

6:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$225

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/3

6:00 am-10:38 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$231

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/26

10:25 am-10:06 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$263

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/1

8:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$271

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/2

2:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

$288

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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 San Francisco in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Salvador-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Salvador-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Salvador-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-San Francisco 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 San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Salvador to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San Salvador to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from San Salvador to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 58% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Salvador to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Salvador to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Salvador to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Salvador to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from San Salvador to San Francisco. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from SAL to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and United Airlines from San Salvador to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Booking flights from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights to San Francisco from 5 different airlines. 6h 05m is how long a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San Francisco.

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

    Copa Airlines, at $350, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Salvador to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Avianca and American Airlines. Copa Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $225 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $231 and Copa Airlines from $271 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco consider choosing Avianca (90%), Avianca (90%) or ANA (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $349 for a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $219 while the most popular route, (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $350.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San Salvador to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 5 airlines flying from San Salvador to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to San Francisco. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$131Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$198Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$359Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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