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$232+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SAL
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Mon 3/30
Mon 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Salvador
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 February 28, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Tue 4/148:20 am
DSM
-
SAL
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/228:00 am
SAL
-
DSM
1 stop13h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/308:15 am
DSM
-
SAL
1 stop13h 34m
United Airlines
Thu 5/281:50 pm
SAL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$501
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:04 am
DSM
-
SAL
2 stops13h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 4/273:40 pm
SAL
-
DSM
2 stops19h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/27$505
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/15:00 am
DSM
-
SAL
1 stop8h 43m
American Airlines
Fri 5/151:43 pm
SAL
-
DSM
1 stop20h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/143:20 pm
DSM
-
SAL
2 stops21h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 4/221:19 pm
SAL
-
DSM
2 stops18h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$515
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/11:52 pm
DSM
-
SAL
2 stops22h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 4/151:43 pm
SAL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/132:16 pm
DSM
-
SAL
2 stops23h 27m
American Airlines
Mon 4/201:19 pm
SAL
-
DSM
2 stops22h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$525
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 8/288:00 am
DSM
-
SAL
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/1212:05 pm
SAL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$531
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/282:59 pm
DSM
-
SAL
1 stop22h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 4/11:50 pm
SAL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/27$533

Find flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 February 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$482
(Avianca)

One-way from

$232
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$559
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One-way flight from Des Moines to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($159 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 February 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

8:15 am-8:49 pm

1 stop13h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/28

1:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$501

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

5:01 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops20h 42m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$505

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

3:04 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-12:29 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$505

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

2:59 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop22h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/1

1:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$533

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

6:20 am-6:58 pm

1 stop13h 38m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 7/5

6:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$541

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

6:20 am-6:58 pm

1 stop13h 38m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 7/12

6:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$541

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

6:20 am-8:49 pm

2 stops15h 29m

$265

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-8:19 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$434

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

7:53 pm-1:48 pm

3 stops42h 55m

$501

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

7:00 am-2:19 pm

3 stops32h 19m

$578

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Deals found on 2/26

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San Salvador flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-San Salvador flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Salvador from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to San Salvador

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on February 27, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to San Salvador is 82 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador (average of $406). Flying from Des Moines to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $655). 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.

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 February 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,370 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,370 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,370 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,370 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,370 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to San Salvador. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Des Moines to San Salvador will take you 8h 43m. The distance from Des Moines to San Salvador is about 1959 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $466. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador for 33% 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador (average of $406). Flying from Des Moines to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $655). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to San Salvador

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 February 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$466Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$484Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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