San Salvador

$107+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAL
Nov 15 — Nov 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$256
(Expedia)

One-way from

$107
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$344

Good round-trip deal

$334 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
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From Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
One-way flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 11/810:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1110:10 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$257
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 11/227:09 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/14$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/1112:59 amLAX - SAL
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/195:54 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$259
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 11/810:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:52 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$261
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/45:35 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$262
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 12/38:57 amLAX - SAL
1 stop14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/137:09 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$264
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Wed 12/3110:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/286:15 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$267
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/910:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 11/187:09 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/15$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/912:59 amLAX - SAL
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/127:34 amSAL - LAX
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$270
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/810:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1510:10 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$271

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

12:40 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/4

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$369

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

12:55 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 1/26

2:30 am-11:37 am

1 stop11h 07m

$379

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

12:55 am-9:19 pm

1 stop18h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 12/10

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$408

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

5:31 am-8:17 pm

1 stop13h 46m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/4

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$408

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 10/28

8:15 am-8:19 pm

1 stop11h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/11

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$420

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

11:59 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop11h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/31

5:55 am-4:07 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$430

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

11:59 pm-2:24 pm

1 stop13h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/12

6:55 am-6:07 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$430

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

12:40 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/20

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$430

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

7:30 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop23h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/11

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$438

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

12:55 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/18

3:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$440

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to San Salvador in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Los Angeles-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles to San Salvador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador (average of $135). Flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 LAX to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 October 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to San Salvador flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to San Salvador trip
Airlines
Avianca

Avianca's Classic fare includes a checked bag and seat selection, accumulating LifeMiles for frequent flyers.


Avianca offers Wi-Fi on nearly all flights, enhancing connectivity during travel.

Volaris

Volaris offers priority boarding with Plus fare, including one checked bag and unlimited flight changes.


Volaris' Basic fare allows free same-day flight changes, ideal for flexible travel plans.

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Mark Chesnut

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Expert on Volaris

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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 October 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines from Los Angeles to San Salvador. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Salvador from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to El Salvador Intl (SAL) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to San Salvador from 10 different airlines. 4h 49m is how long a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Salvador flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

    For as low as $369, United Airlines can have you in San Salvador from Los Angeles in 10h 39m. There are 2319 mi between Los Angeles and San Salvador.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador round-trip?

    Currently priced at $101, Copa Airlines will fly you from Los Angeles to San Salvador and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Volaris and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $139 and $152, respectively. These flights start at 74% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador consider choosing Volaris Costa Rica (100%), Avianca (89%) or Air Canada (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador is generally $978, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $106. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $221 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Houston?

    Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Houston at the moment. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center can be accessed by traveling approximately 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those landing in Houston looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $34 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to San Salvador flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Salvador?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador (average of $135). Flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$101Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VolarisCheapest$139Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$173Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$174Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$260Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$310Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$641Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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