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$130+ Cheap flights from California to San Salvador (SAL)

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LAX — SAL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to San Salvador

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$272
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$130
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2311:47 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 9/66:40 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/30$265
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2510:50 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 15mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 6/13:51 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/29$282
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/11:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/56:30 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$290
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Wed 5/215:40 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 50mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$294
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.
Sun 5/111:56 amLAX - SAL
1 stop17h 27mCopa Airlines
Thu 5/225:00 amSAL - LAX
1 stop12h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$295
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:56 amLAX - SAL
1 stop18h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/202:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$319
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/35:36 pmOAK - SAL
3 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/203:47 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$328
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 5/510:59 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops12h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/81:45 pmSAL - LAX
2 stops19h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$334
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:25 pmONT - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Thu 5/225:35 pmSAL - ONT
Nonstop5h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$345
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1112:28 pmBUR - SAL
2 stops22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/151:14 pmSAL - BUR
2 stops21h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$354
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1111:51 amOAK - SAL
2 stops23h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/151:14 pmSAL - OAK
3 stops35h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$355
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.
Tue 6/102:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Wed 6/257:30 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$368

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Salvador 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 California to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 5/26

11:49 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/4

5:44 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

$272

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Sun 5/25

10:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop5h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/1

3:51 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

$282

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/5

6:30 am-10:39 am

Nonstop5h 09m

$290

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/21

5:40 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$294

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

1:56 am-8:23 pm

1 stop17h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/22

5:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$295

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Tue 6/3

5:36 pm-8:52 pm

3 stops26h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 8/20

3:47 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

$328

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

11:55 pm-12:44 pm

1 stop11h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/14

1:45 pm-8:31 am

2 stops19h 46m

$334

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

12:56 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-9:43 pm

1 stop16h 43m

$339

OntarioSan Salvador

ONT - SAL

ONTSAL

Ontario

Tue 5/27

11:25 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop4h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/3

5:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$342

BurbankSan Salvador

BUR - SAL

BURSAL

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 6/11

12:28 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops22h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/15

1:14 pm-9:47 am

2 stops21h 33m

$354

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Best time to book a flight from California to San Salvador

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from California to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 CA to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to San Salvador. 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 California to San Salvador, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San Salvador. 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 USCA to SAL are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in San Salvador by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Salvador ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Salvador by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Salvador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Salvador. 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 Salvador. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to San Salvador, such as Delta, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to San Salvador. 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 into for flights to San Salvador from California?

    For a flight from California to San Salvador, you will be flying into El Salvador Intl. San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is just 20.5 mi from the center of the city.

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

    This flight path from California to San Salvador El Salvador Intl was viewed by 1,455 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $130 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris El Salvador from $131 and American Airlines from $136 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to San Salvador?

    When deciding which route to take from California to San Salvador consider Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl, Ontario - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to San Salvador are Volaris El Salvador (100%), ANA (97%) and Air Canada (94%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to San Salvador? While on average our users pay $831, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $135. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), is priced around $265.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from California to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 10 airlines flying from California to San Salvador

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to San Salvador. 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$93Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$136Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$161Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$184Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$202Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$641Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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