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$240+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San Salvador (SAL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAL
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Salvador

Best flights from Columbus to San Salvador
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to San Salvador that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Thu 1/225:45 amCMH - SAL
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/282:36 pmSAL - CMH
2 stops31h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$269
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 1/238:05 pmCMH - SAL
2 stops15h 45mAvianca
Fri 1/3010:05 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop10h 51mAvianca
Deal found 12/25$377
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 1/2810:31 amCMH - SAL
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/14:02 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop16h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Fri 2/2711:17 amCMH - SAL
1 stop27h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/210:05 pmSAL - CMH
2 stops24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$339
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 5/187:45 pmCMH - SAL
3 stops17h 05mAvianca
Mon 6/110:05 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop9h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/27$377
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 4/2310:41 amCMH - SAL
1 stop10h 49mAvianca
Mon 4/2710:05 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/25$378
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 1/238:05 pmCMH - SAL
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/309:35 amSAL - CMH
1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$378
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 1/226:00 amCMH - SAL
1 stop16h 55mAvianca
Thu 1/2912:15 pmSAL - CMH
3 stops20h 41mAvianca
Deal found 12/27$386
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 5/187:45 pmCMH - SAL
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/110:05 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$378
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2510:36 amCMH - SAL
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1810:05 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop9h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$378

Find flight deals from Columbus to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 December 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,107
From Columbus to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to San Salvador that are best for you.

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Columbus

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San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 1/22

5:45 am-2:52 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

2:36 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$269

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 1/28

10:31 am-7:55 pm

1 stop10h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/1

4:02 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 38m

$336

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Fri 2/27

11:17 am-1:36 pm

1 stop27h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/2

10:05 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops24h 27m

$339

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Fri 1/23

8:05 pm-10:50 am

2 stops15h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/30

10:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop10h 51m

$377

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Mon 5/18

7:45 pm-10:50 am

3 stops17h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 6/1

10:05 pm-9:35 am

1 stop9h 30m

$377

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 4/23

10:41 am-7:30 pm

1 stop10h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/27

10:05 pm-9:45 am

1 stop9h 40m

$378

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Fri 1/23

8:05 pm-6:30 am

1 stop11h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/30

9:35 am-7:01 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$378

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Mon 5/18

7:45 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 6/1

10:05 pm-9:35 am

1 stop9h 30m

$378

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 2/25

10:36 am-7:55 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/18

10:05 pm-9:38 am

1 stop9h 33m

$378

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

12:15 pm-9:56 am

3 stops20h 41m

$386

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/25

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Salvador

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Salvador. 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 Columbus to San Salvador?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Salvador (average of $311). Flying from Columbus to San Salvador in February is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus 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 December 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to San Salvador, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,113 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,072 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL), located 20.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to San Salvador. 3 airlines have flights to El Salvador Intl from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to San Salvador El Salvador Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    Avianca can get you from Columbus to San Salvador in just under 15h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Columbus and San Salvador are separated by a distance of 1871 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($311), American Airlines ($434), and United Airlines ($449) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to San Salvador. Users have found that Delta is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to San Salvador are American Airlines ($216), Delta ($216), and United Airlines ($233).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Salvador (average of $311). Flying from Columbus to San Salvador in February is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to San Salvador

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$311Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$434Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$449Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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