San Salvador

$111+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Salvador (SAL)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$235
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$111
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$380

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
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. 19% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 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 agosto 14, 2025.

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jue. 8/2112:24 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mVolaris El Salvador
lun. 9/85:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/14$235
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mié. 10/81:00 amLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/145:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$236
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vie. 10/241:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/285:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$237
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mié. 9/1011:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mVolaris El Salvador
lun. 9/225:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/11$238
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dom. 9/2811:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mVolaris El Salvador
jue. 10/25:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/11$239
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dom. 10/1211:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/195:30 amSAL - LAX
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$240
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jue. 9/2511:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mVolaris El Salvador
sáb. 10/45:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/12$241
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dom. 9/1411:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/195:30 amSAL - LAX
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$242
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mar. 10/71:00 amLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/125:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$243
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mar. 8/2612:24 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mVolaris El Salvador
mié. 9/35:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/12$244
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vie. 10/241:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/165:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$245
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dom. 8/1711:33 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mVolaris El Salvador
vie. 8/295:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 8/12$246

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador that are best for you.

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Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

mar. 9/9

1:46 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 9/16

5:04 am-4:46 pm

1 stop12h 42m

$256

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

mar. 9/9

1:46 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 9/18

8:33 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$256

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

sáb. 9/6

1:46 am-8:22 pm

1 stop17h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 9/11

5:04 am-4:46 pm

1 stop12h 42m

$256

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

mar. 9/9

2:01 am-8:22 pm

1 stop17h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 9/17

1:42 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$256

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

jue. 9/11

12:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 9/18

8:33 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$256

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

dom. 9/7

1:46 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 9/18

8:33 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$256

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

dom. 9/21

2:01 am-8:22 pm

1 stop17h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 10/6

5:05 am-4:46 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$267

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

jue. 9/4

1:46 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 9/18

8:33 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$267

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

dom. 10/26

1:46 am-8:35 pm

1 stop17h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 11/5

5:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$267

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

mar. 9/2

12:56 am-12:06 pm

1 stop10h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 10/2

2:00 am-6:19 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$269

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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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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Salvador from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 8, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 agosto 14, 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 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 August 10, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 agosto 14, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SAL are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 71% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to San Salvador on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $410.

What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 05m.

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 agosto 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Avianca 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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 6 daily flights to San Salvador from 9 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?

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

    Currently priced at $84, Volaris will fly you from Los Angeles to San Salvador and back. In addition to Volaris, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $105 and $152, respectively. These flights start at 78% 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 Avianca Costa Rica (100%), Volaris El Salvador (97%) or Avianca (89%) 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 $791, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $194 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 $40 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Los Angeles 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Discover the top 9 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 agosto 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$84Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$105Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$159Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$178Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$232Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$641Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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