How long is the flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Departing from Des Moines to San Salvador will take you 24h 14m. The distance from Des Moines to San Salvador is about 1959 mi.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San Salvador round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to San Salvador round-trip from $351. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $478, and American Airlines, from $519. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Salvador ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Salvador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Consider American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to San Salvador.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 72% on the overall cost on flights from Des Moines to San Salvador.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

To save up to 16% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 59 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Des Moines to San Salvador from $464 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $592 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador from Des Moines. Users have commonly found prices around $736 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $445. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that include hotel bookings?

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$157+ Flights from Des Moines to San Salvador

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Des Moines to San Salvador flights typically cost between $479 and $559 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $366 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 24-Oct 29).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

Fri 10/248:30 amDSM - SAL

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/298:00 amSAL - DSM

2 stops28h 47mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$366

Tue 9/166:15 amDSM - SAL

1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 9/208:00 amSAL - DSM

1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$389

Fri 10/248:30 amDSM - SAL

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/281:42 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops19h 47mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$395

Mon 11/106:00 pmDSM - SAL

2 stops20h 28mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/192:27 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops17h 54mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$424

Wed 11/196:00 amDSM - SAL

1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/261:20 pmSAL - DSM

1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$435

Sat 11/13:53 pmDSM - SAL

2 stops21h 27mAmerican Airlines

Fri 11/143:31 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops19h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$444

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Sat 11/81:05 pmDSM - SAL

2 stops24h 14mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/202:50 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops23h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$488

Wed 11/194:59 pmDSM - SAL

2 stops20h 12mDelta

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2 stops19h 15mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$550

Sat 11/83:15 pmDSM - SAL

2 stops22h 04mUnited Airlines

Sat 11/222:50 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops21h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$505

Wed 11/196:05 amDSM - SAL

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Tue 12/211:54 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops21h 43mUnited Airlines

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$550

Mon 11/178:02 amDSM - SAL

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Wed 11/264:40 pmSAL - DSM

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Deal found 9/11

$550

Tue 11/118:02 amDSM - SAL

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Mon 11/1711:54 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops12h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$552

Wed 11/128:02 amDSM - SAL

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2 stops12h 20mUnited Airlines

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$552

Sat 11/221:05 pmDSM - SAL

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$561

Mon 11/246:05 amDSM - SAL

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Deal found 9/11

$578

Wed 11/126:05 amDSM - SAL

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Fri 11/214:40 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops19h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$582

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Tue 9/166:15 amDSM - SAL

1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 9/208:00 amSAL - DSM

1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$389

Fri 10/248:30 amDSM - SAL

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/298:00 amSAL - DSM

2 stops28h 47mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$366

Fri 10/248:30 amDSM - SAL

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Tue 10/281:42 pmSAL - DSM

2 stops19h 47mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$395

Fri 10/243:56 pmDSM - SAL

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Wed 10/2912:41 pmSAL - DSM

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Fri 10/246:36 pmDSM - SAL

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$488

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$532

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Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - SAL

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$157

Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - SAL

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$422

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2 stops21h 10mAmerican Airlines

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3:15 pm-1:19 pm

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4:59 pm-1:11 pm

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2:26 pm-9:41 am

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6:05 am-9:19 pm

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11:54 pm-9:37 pm

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$550

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

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8:02 am-10:47 pm

2 stops14h 45m

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4:40 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops21h 39m

$550

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

8:02 am-10:47 pm

2 stops14h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 11/17

11:54 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$552

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

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Wed 11/12

8:02 am-10:47 pm

2 stops14h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 11/17

11:54 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$552

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sat 11/22

1:05 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops24h 14m

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Wed 11/26

6:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$561

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

6:05 am-9:19 pm

1 stop15h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/2

2:50 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$578

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

6:05 am-1:19 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 11/21

4:40 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops19h 34m

$582

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

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to San Salvador is 58 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 Des Moines to San Salvador?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Des Moines 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 DSM to SAL?

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to San Salvador at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Salvador

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines 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

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

8,937 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

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

How long is the flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?
Departing from Des Moines to San Salvador will take you 24h 14m. The distance from Des Moines to San Salvador is about 1959 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San Salvador round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to San Salvador round-trip from $351. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $478, and American Airlines, from $519. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to San Salvador flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to San Salvador.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to San Salvador?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Des Moines 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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United Airlines	Cheapest$478	Average$761	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$519	Average$774	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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