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$286+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAL
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sun 8/2
Sun 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Salvador

Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Wed 9/166:30 am
CMH
-
SAL
1 stop16h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 9/216:00 am
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop15h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/207:20 am
CMH
-
SAL
2 stops9h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 8/256:00 am
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/1$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/248:05 am
CMH
-
SAL
1 stop15h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 8/316:00 am
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop15h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/275:20 am
CMH
-
SAL
2 stops17h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 8/313:40 pm
SAL
-
CMH
2 stops16h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/1$529
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.
Thu 10/14:03 pm
CMH
-
SAL
2 stops21h 10m
American Airlines
Thu 10/1512:31 pm
SAL
-
CMH
2 stops18h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/30$539
This Avianca 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:30 am
CMH
-
SAL
1 stop10h 25m
Avianca
Sat 11/1410:05 pm
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop10h 33m
Avianca
Deal found 6/29$542
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:59 pm
CMH
-
SAL
2 stops13h 41m
Avianca
Sat 8/2910:05 pm
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop9h 41m
Avianca
Deal found 6/30$545
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:15 am
CMH
-
SAL
1 stop10h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/97:00 am
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop15h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$549
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.
Sat 10/248:00 am
CMH
-
SAL
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 11/211:54 pm
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop11h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/30$550
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/273:15 pm
CMH
-
SAL
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/318:00 am
SAL
-
CMH
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$551

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 July 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$515
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$286
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$727
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 July 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Tue 10/27

1:00 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/3

7:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$515

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 9/16

6:30 am-8:49 pm

1 stop16h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$515

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Mon 8/24

8:05 am-9:35 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/31

6:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$525

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 8/27

5:20 am-8:49 pm

2 stops17h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/31

3:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops16h 20m

$529
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Sat 8/15

3:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$286

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Fri 8/14

7:59 pm-7:40 am

2 stops13h 41m

$289

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Sat 8/15

7:59 pm-10:55 am

3 stops16h 56m

$290

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Sun 8/16

6:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$301

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Fri 8/14

9:55 am-8:15 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$311

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Sun 8/16

6:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$320

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Deals found on 6/28

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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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Salvador (average of $275). Flying from Columbus to San Salvador in February is currently the most expensive (average of $500). 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?

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

Booking 83 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.

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 July 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to San Salvador, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,927 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,764 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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?

    United Airlines can get you from Columbus to San Salvador in just under 10h 47m. 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 ($439), and United Airlines ($466) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to San Salvador. Users have found that Delta is 48% 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 ($233), 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Salvador (average of $275). Flying from Columbus to San Salvador in February is currently the most expensive (average of $500). 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 July 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$311Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$439Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$466Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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