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$98+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SAL
Jan 1 — Jan 81
Thu 1/1
Thu 1/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to San Salvador

Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:45 amIAD - SAL
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Thu 12/255:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/30$248
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:38 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 53mFrontier
Wed 1/145:51 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:18 pmIAD - SAL
1 stop19h 00mFrontier
Tue 12/235:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/30$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:18 pmIAD - SAL
1 stop19h 00mFrontier
Thu 12/185:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:29 pmIAD - SAL
2 stops19h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/41:26 pmSAL - IAD
2 stops19h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/29$285
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:18 pmIAD - SAL
1 stop19h 00mFrontier
Sun 12/215:49 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:45 amIAD - SAL
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
Fri 12/265:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Tue 12/25:29 pmIAD - SAL
2 stops19h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/72:27 pmSAL - IAD
2 stops22h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$290
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:38 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/46:38 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/64:00 pmDCA - SAL
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/106:55 amSAL - DCA
1 stop14h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Mon 12/83:00 pmDCA - SAL
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1611:54 pmSAL - DCA
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/64:00 pmDCA - SAL
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/1411:54 pmSAL - DCA
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$357

Find flight deals from District of Columbia to San Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to San Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated December 2, 2025.

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Average price

$612

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to San Salvador that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/4

12:40 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/11

11:54 pm-8:29 am

1 stop7h 35m

$266

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/8

5:45 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop22h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/14

4:40 pm-11:21 am

1 stop17h 41m

$272

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/8

3:15 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/16

6:55 am-11:35 am

1 stop27h 40m

$275

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/29

8:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

2:35 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$280

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/23

6:59 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

2:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$280

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

2:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$280

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

2:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$280

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

6:59 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/30

2:35 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$280

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/5

2:35 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 49m

$291

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/14

2:35 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 49m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to San Salvador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to San Salvador

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to San Salvador (average of $111). Flying from District of Columbia to San Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 DC to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 2, 2025.

When flying from District of Columbia to San Salvador, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from District of Columbia to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their District of Columbia to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Salvador. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 2, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to SAL are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    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 District of Columbia to San Salvador.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

    For as low as $266, United Airlines can have you in San Salvador from District of Columbia in 9h 39m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1902 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to San Salvador one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris El Salvador from $74 and Frontier from $78 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from District of Columbia to San Salvador are Volaris Costa Rica (100%), Avianca Costa Rica (92%) and Avianca (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

    The cheapest flight price from District of Columbia to San Salvador is $109. On average you can expect to pay $565. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $175.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to San Salvador?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to San Salvador?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to San Salvador (average of $111). Flying from District of Columbia to San Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 9 airlines flying from District of Columbia to San Salvador

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$69Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$196Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$196Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$202Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$252Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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