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$86+ 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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SAL
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mié. 10/15
mié. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or June, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 septiembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$246
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$86
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$482 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to San Salvador
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 septiembre 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 10/135:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 19mFrontier
lun. 10/201:39 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sáb. 11/86:15 amMDW - SAL
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
lun. 11/172:24 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$256
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
mié. 9/243:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop9h 28mCopa Airlines
mar. 10/141:41 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/13$261
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sáb. 11/86:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 09mFrontier
lun. 11/172:24 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 11/71:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/1711:27 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops18h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 11/101:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/1711:27 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 9/297:10 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/231:25 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 11/1710:05 pmORD - SAL
2 stops14h 15mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/191:20 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$276
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 11/106:15 amMDW - SAL
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
lun. 11/172:24 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
mar. 10/213:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop9h 30mCopa Airlines
mié. 10/298:33 amSAL - ORD
1 stop28h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/13$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
sáb. 9/138:20 pmORD - SAL
1 stop33h 30mUnited Airlines
mié. 9/176:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 11/72:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop9h 32mCopa Airlines
lun. 11/175:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop31h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$279

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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 septiembre 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to San Salvador that are best for you.

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ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/21

7:59 am-8:40 pm

1 stop13h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 10/29

8:33 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 23m

$261

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/27

3:07 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 11/7

8:33 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 32m

$261

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/28

7:59 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 38m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 11/5

5:00 am-12:05 am

1 stop19h 05m

$261

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/30

7:59 am-8:35 pm

1 stop13h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 11/6

7:30 am-12:05 am

1 stop16h 35m

$261

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/29

4:40 pm-4:50 am

1 stop13h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 10/10

6:00 am-5:09 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$272

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/29

7:10 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 10/23

1:25 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 49m

$272

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/29

7:10 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 10/24

6:00 am-12:14 am

1 stop17h 14m

$272

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

lun. 11/10

6:15 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 54m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 11/17

2:24 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$276

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 11/14

4:40 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop21h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 11/17

3:31 pm-9:05 am

1 stop17h 34m

$281

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/21

3:07 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 10/28

1:42 pm-12:56 am

1 stop10h 14m

$286

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to San Salvador is 43 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Chicago 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 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 septiembre 15, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to San Salvador, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 80% 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 $239.

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 Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 12m.

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 Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 00m.

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 septiembre 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    If you book a flight to San Salvador from Chicago, you will be flying to El Salvador Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is located 20.5 mi from the center of San Salvador. There are 0 flights from Chicago to El Salvador Intl per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to San Salvador?

    Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and Frontier can get you from Chicago to San Salvador in just under 6h 54m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 47m. There are 1958 mi between Chicago and San Salvador. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Delta, at $175, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to San Salvador.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Copa Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Delta is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to San Salvador is $122. On average you can expect to pay $410. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $220.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Chicago 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to San Salvador

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$175Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$231Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$246Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$276Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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