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$216+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 65 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$386
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$216
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$416

Good round-trip deal

$313 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 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 June 12, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/285:00 amSAL - SFO
1 stop19h 40mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/21:28 amSFO - SAL
1 stop10h 14mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$386
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/106:40 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Sat 7/122:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$392
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/269:40 amSAL - SFO
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/102:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/136:00 amSAL - SFO
2 stops15h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/306:45 pmSFO - SAL
2 stops17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/16:00 amSAL - SFO
1 stop18h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/712:30 amSFO - SAL
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$432

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 June 12, 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

Thu 8/28

5:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

1:28 am-12:42 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$386

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/10

6:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$392

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/26

9:40 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 42m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

12:05 am-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$403

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

12:30 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 47m

$432

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/12

12:35 pm-9:45 am

2 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

11:04 am-11:35 am

1 stop23h 31m

$433

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$216

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/17

6:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$229

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$235

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/24

1:15 am-12:16 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$242

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/8

1:14 pm-11:07 am

2 stops22h 53m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from San Salvador with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 65 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 $364). 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 June 12, 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 June 8, 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 afternoons 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAL to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 June 12, 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
1,451 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

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 2 daily flights to San Francisco from 4 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, 4 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 $386, 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 12% 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 $216 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $229 and American Airlines from $235 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 EVA Air (90%), Avianca (90%) or Avianca (90%) 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 $306 for a flight from San Salvador to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $172 while the most popular route, (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $344.

  • 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 $364). 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 San Francisco

Discover the top 4 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$198Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$323Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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