San Salvador

$84+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador (SAL)

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CHI — SAL
jul. 5 — jul. 121
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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 Tuesday

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 junio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$346

Good round-trip deal

$310 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

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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 junio 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
vie. 9/197:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop14h 17mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/103:30 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 8/145:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/211:19 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$242
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/125:25 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
mar. 8/1910:20 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop15h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/28$244
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/133:45 pmORD - SAL
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/208:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop10h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 10/28:30 pmORD - SAL
2 stops16h 05mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/1812:41 pmSAL - ORD
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$279
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/1611:39 amMDW - SAL
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
mié. 7/2311:50 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop22h 27mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$334
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/155:38 pmORD - SAL
1 stop30h 07mFrontier
mié. 7/2311:50 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop23h 32mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/266:00 amMDW - SAL
1 stop7h 05mDelta
jue. 11/272:25 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/28$480
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/149:12 pmMDW - SAL
1 stop21h 43mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/2112:00 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$534

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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 junio 30, 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

vie. 9/19

7:00 am-8:17 pm

1 stop14h 17m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 10/10

3:30 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 44m

$240

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/14

5:05 am-12:14 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 8/21

1:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$242

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/12

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 8/19

10:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$244

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/13

3:45 pm-7:55 am

1 stop17h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 8/20

8:00 am-7:42 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/2

8:30 pm-11:35 am

2 stops16h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 10/18

12:41 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$279

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

mié. 7/16

11:39 am-10:45 pm

1 stop12h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 7/23

11:50 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop22h 27m

$334

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/15

5:38 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop30h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 7/23

11:50 pm-12:22 am

1 stop23h 32m

$341

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

mié. 11/26

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 11/27

2:25 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$480

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

jue. 8/14

9:12 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 8/21

12:00 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$534

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/7

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$84

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Salvador

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 27, 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 junio 30, 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 9% 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to San Salvador?

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 junio 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Aeromexico, 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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

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

    United Airlines, at $240, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to San Salvador.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Avianca. United Airlines is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $94 and $96, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to San Salvador is $80. On average you can expect to pay $311. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $221.

  • 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 junio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$285Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$287Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$353Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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