$193+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador (SAL)
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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SAL
Sep 12 — Sep 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to San SalvadorExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2026.
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:40 am -
1 stop6h 51m
Sat 10/101:57 pm -
1 stop17h 42m
Deal found 8/10![JetBlue logo]()
$458
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/185:30 am -
1 stop8h 01m
Tue 9/291:57 pm -
1 stop9h 02m
Deal found 8/11![JetBlue logo]()
$469
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/99:33 pm -
1 stop15h 43m
Tue 10/207:32 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$483
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/27:35 am -
1 stop12h 59m
Fri 11/64:59 am -
1 stop19h 12m
Deal found 8/12![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/263:20 pm -
1 stop30h 11m
Sat 10/34:54 am -
1 stop19h 03m
Deal found 8/12![Copa Airlines logo]()
$499
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 10/93:20 pm -
1 stop9h 15m
Mon 10/124:54 am -
1 stop19h 03m
Deal found 8/7![Copa Airlines logo]()
$500
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/110:20 pm -
1 stop12h 45m
Sat 11/78:00 am -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 8/11![Avianca logo]()
$502
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/135:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Sun 8/1611:20 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/11![Avianca logo]()
$505
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:20 pm -
1 stop12h 45m
Tue 9/2210:05 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 8/11![Avianca logo]()
$507
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 8/143:40 pm -
1 stop6h 25m
Sun 8/2311:20 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Avianca logo]()
$508
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:45 am -
1 stop8h 57m
Tue 9/227:32 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$511
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:04 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Tue 10/131:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$522
Best flights from Chicago to San SalvadorDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to San Salvador that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to San Salvador that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 10/168:01 am -
1 stop16h 34m
Fri 10/304:59 am -
1 stop19h 06m
Deal found 8/7![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/196:25 am -
1 stop15h 24m
Thu 10/291:50 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:05 am -
1 stop7h 26m
Mon 10/51:57 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$522
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/238:01 am -
1 stop13h 31m
Mon 10/264:59 am -
1 stop19h 06m
Deal found 8/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:04 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Tue 10/131:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$522
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/228:01 am -
1 stop13h 30m
Tue 10/68:30 am -
1 stop15h 27m
Deal found 8/8![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/76:04 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Sun 10/111:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/11![Delta logo]()
$522
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 10/73:20 pm -
1 stop22h 20m
Wed 10/211:59 pm -
1 stop9h 58m
Deal found 8/10![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Mon 11/22:13 pm -
1 stop9h 22m
Sat 11/77:30 am -
1 stop16h 41m
Deal found 8/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:05 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Thu 10/221:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$562
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 10/93:20 pm -
1 stop9h 15m
Mon 10/124:54 am -
1 stop19h 03m
Deal found 8/7![Copa Airlines logo]()
$500
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/86:04 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Sun 10/111:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$574
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/263:20 pm -
1 stop22h 19m
Sat 10/107:30 am -
1 stop16h 27m
Deal found 8/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:05 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Sat 9/51:57 pm -
1 stop7h 39m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$641
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/226:00 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Tue 2/22:35 pm -
1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$679
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:05 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Tue 9/221:57 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$724
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:05 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Sun 9/61:57 pm -
1 stop7h 39m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$731
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:05 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Sun 9/61:57 pm -
1 stop7h 39m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$731
Last-minute flights from Chicago to San SalvadorDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to San Salvador. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to San Salvador. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/135:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Sun 8/1611:20 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/11![Avianca logo]()
$505
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 8/143:40 pm -
1 stop6h 25m
Sun 8/2311:20 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Avianca logo]()
$508
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/295:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Tue 9/1510:05 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 8/10![Avianca logo]()
$517
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:45 am -
1 stop8h 57m
Tue 9/227:32 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:05 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Thu 10/221:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$562
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:20 pm -
1 stop12h 45m
Tue 9/2210:05 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Avianca logo]()
$507
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:20 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Sun 9/208:05 am -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Avianca logo]()
$502
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/185:30 am -
1 stop8h 01m
Tue 9/291:57 pm -
1 stop9h 02m
Deal found 8/11![JetBlue logo]()
$469
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:40 am -
1 stop6h 51m
Sat 10/101:57 pm -
1 stop17h 42m
Deal found 8/10![JetBlue logo]()
$458
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/263:20 pm -
1 stop30h 11m
Sat 10/34:54 am -
1 stop19h 03m
Deal found 8/12![Copa Airlines logo]()
$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:05 am -
1 stop7h 26m
Sat 10/31:57 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:05 am -
1 stop7h 26m
Wed 10/71:57 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 8/11![Delta logo]()
$579
One-way flights from Chicago to San SalvadorSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to San Salvador. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to San Salvador. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/157:25 am -
1 stop10h 17m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$193
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:45 am -
1 stop8h 57m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$210
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/236:40 am -
1 stop6h 52m
Deal found 8/11![JetBlue logo]()
$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/212:46 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$216
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/169:34 pm -
1 stop13h 26m
Deal found 8/8![Frontier logo]()
$226
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/151:40 am -
1 stop10h 12m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:30 am -
1 stop14h 19m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:04 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/142:46 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/127:25 am -
1 stop10h 17m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:46 pm -
2 stops22h 56m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:46 pm -
2 stops22h 56m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$259
Find flight deals from Chicago to San Salvador
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador (SAL). 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 August 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $458 (Faresmojo) |
One-way from | $193 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $559 |
Good round-trip deal | $554 or less |
Good one-way deal | $411 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 August 13, 2026.
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ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/16
8:01 am-11:35 pm
1 stop16h 34m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Fri 10/30
4:59 am-1:05 am
1 stop19h 06m
$485
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/23
8:01 am-8:32 pm
1 stop13h 31m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 10/26
4:59 am-1:05 am
1 stop19h 06m
$485
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 9/22
8:01 am-8:31 pm
1 stop13h 30m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 10/6
8:30 am-12:57 am
1 stop15h 27m
$485
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 10/7
3:20 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop22h 20m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Wed 10/21
1:59 pm-12:57 am
1 stop9h 58m
$485
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 11/2
2:13 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop9h 22m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sat 11/7
7:30 am-12:11 am
1 stop16h 41m
$485
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/9
3:20 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop9h 15m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 10/12
4:54 am-12:57 am
1 stop19h 03m
$500
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/26
3:20 pm-12:39 pm
1 stop22h 19m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sat 10/10
7:30 am-12:57 am
1 stop16h 27m
$503
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 10/19
6:25 am-8:49 pm
1 stop15h 24m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Thu 10/29
1:50 pm-12:45 am
1 stop9h 55m
$517
ChicagoSan Salvador
MDW Chicago Midway - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
MDWSAL
Chicago Midway
Fri 10/2
6:05 am-12:31 pm
1 stop7h 26m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 10/5
1:57 pm-10:44 pm
1 stop7h 47m
$522
ChicagoSan Salvador
MDW Chicago Midway - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
MDWSAL
Chicago Midway
Fri 10/9
6:04 am-12:32 pm
1 stop7h 28m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 10/13
1:57 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop7h 36m
$522
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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to San Salvador
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to San Salvador in August.
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-San Salvador flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chicago-San Salvador 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 Chicago to San Salvador
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador (average of $333). Flying from Chicago to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 CHI to SAL?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 August 13, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to San Salvador as you normally would.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to San Salvador?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to San Salvador flights typically cost between $475 and $694 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $458 on JetBlue (Sep 26-Oct 10).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to San Salvador?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to San Salvador chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to San Salvador on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to San Salvador?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to San Salvador, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $440.
What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to San Salvador?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to San Salvador, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 34m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to San Salvador?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to San Salvador, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 41m.
How often are flights from Chicago to San Salvador delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Chicago and San Salvador have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to San Salvador flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to San Salvador flights?
Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador?
The best time to book flights from Chicago to San Salvador is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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 August 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to San Salvador by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$126 | Average$372 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$155 | Average$387 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$186 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$275 | Average$467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$320 | Average$510 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$329 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |