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$73+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAL
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/163:52 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop17h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$359
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/233:52 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop16h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$372
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/243:52 pmSAL - DTW
2 stops24h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$376
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/223:52 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop16h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$384
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:08 amDTW - SAL
2 stops16h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/227:34 amSAL - DTW
2 stops23h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$393
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/153:52 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop17h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Wed 12/245:58 pmDTW - SAL
2 stops45h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/313:52 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop16h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$408
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:17 pmDTW - SAL
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/215:30 amSAL - DTW
2 stops18h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$410

Find flight deals from Detroit to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$73
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$683
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

10:08 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops17h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/24

11:23 am-10:57 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$247

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

10:08 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops17h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/3

4:02 pm-10:05 am

1 stop17h 03m

$249

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

6:36 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop21h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/14

11:23 am-10:57 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$287

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-7:40 pm

1 stop13h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/24

11:23 am-10:57 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$289

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

7:45 pm-7:55 am

2 stops13h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/17

10:05 pm-10:01 am

1 stop10h 56m

$379

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

6:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

11:23 am-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$446

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

6:45 am-10:28 am

1 stop28h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

11:23 am-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$460

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/28

9:59 pm-9:45 am

1 stop13h 46m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/6

9:40 am-11:41 pm

2 stops36h 01m

$472

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

7:43 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops20h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

11:23 am-7:41 am

2 stops19h 18m

$503

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/28

9:59 pm-9:45 am

1 stop13h 46m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 4/5

8:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop24h 49m

$507

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Deals found on 12/3

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to San Salvador in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Salvador flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit to San Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Salvador from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador (average of $208). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador in February is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 DTW to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 December 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,157 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador in about 17h 44m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and San Salvador is about 2016 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador round-trip?

    Currently priced at $209, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $324 and $382, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 63% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador (average of $208). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Salvador in February is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to San Salvador

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$257Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$324Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$382Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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