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$242+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to San Salvador (SAL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SAL
ago. 4 — ago. 111
lun. 8/4
lun. 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or July, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$441
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/286:30 amMSY - SAL
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
jue. 9/41:45 pmSAL - MSY
1 stop17h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/262:38 pmMSY - SAL
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/301:45 pmSAL - MSY
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/74:51 pmMSY - SAL
1 stop6h 36mFrontier
sáb. 11/1512:47 amSAL - MSY
2 stops18h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/225:15 amMSY - SAL
1 stop10h 08mUnited Airlines
lun. 10/275:55 amSAL - MSY
1 stop13h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mié. 10/155:57 pmMSY - SAL
2 stops18h 43mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/2812:41 pmSAL - MSY
2 stops19h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$382

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 julio 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to San Salvador that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/28

6:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 9/4

1:45 pm-8:07 am

1 stop17h 22m

$242

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 9/26

2:38 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 9/30

1:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$251

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 11/7

4:51 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop6h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 11/15

12:47 am-7:05 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$360

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 10/22

5:15 am-2:23 pm

1 stop10h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 10/27

5:55 am-8:05 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$378

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 10/15

5:57 pm-11:40 am

2 stops18h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 10/28

12:41 pm-8:54 am

2 stops19h 13m

$382

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 12/18

5:10 am-2:55 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$452

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 12/18

5:10 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$495

New OrleansSan Salvador

MSY - SAL

MSYSAL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 12/25

6:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$630

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to San Salvador

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to San Salvador

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to San Salvador?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from New Orleans 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 MSY to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 julio 30, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from New Orleans to San Salvador by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to San Salvador to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,237 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to San Salvador round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Orleans to San Salvador round-trip from $242. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $360, and United Airlines, from $378. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to San Salvador for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from New Orleans 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 2 airlines flying from New Orleans to San Salvador

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$391Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$400Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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