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$142+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — SAL
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Oakland to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or April, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/174:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/5$390
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1610:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 11/194:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/5$394
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/244:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/4$415
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 4/13:51 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/4$419
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 12/29:17 pmOAK - SAL
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/84:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$425
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 11/284:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/4$434
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/99:17 pmOAK - SAL
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/134:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$439
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 12/104:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/6$455
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Fri 12/510:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris
Fri 12/124:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris
Deal found 11/5$456
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 11/1210:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 11/194:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/5$464
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/710:15 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/94:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/4$466
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 12/29:17 pmOAK - SAL
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/104:28 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop6h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$468

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$506

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 3/13

11:15 pm-5:33 am

Nonstop5h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/22

4:21 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop6h 14m

$374

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 2/13

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/27

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$374

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 2/13

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/16

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$405

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 1/9

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$407

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 3/20

11:15 pm-5:33 am

Nonstop5h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/29

4:21 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop6h 14m

$430

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Wed 12/3

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 12/10

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$506

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Mon 11/17

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 11/23

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$521

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Sun 1/4

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$553

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Mon 11/17

9:17 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops19h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/26

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$586

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 11/28

10:15 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/1

4:28 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$622

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Compare providers for flights from Oakland 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 Oakland to San Salvador in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 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 Oakland, California-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-San Salvador flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Oakland, California-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 Oakland to San Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Salvador from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to San Salvador

How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Oakland to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oakland, California 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 Oakland, California to San Salvador?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to San Salvador (average of $115). Flying from Oakland, California to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 OAK to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 November 6, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Oakland, California to San Salvador in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 59% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Oakland, California to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

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 November 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris El Salvador, Volaris, and Avianca from Oakland 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.
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Food

6.0

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Food

6.0

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,151 reviews
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Food

6.0

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,469 reviews
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Food

6.0

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland 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 popular is this Oakland, California to San Salvador flight route?

    Within the past month, 70 users have taken a look at flights from Oakland to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to San Salvador?

    Airlines like Volaris El Salvador fly from Oakland, California to San Salvador in about 5h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2635 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to San Salvador round-trip?

    Currently priced at $229, Volaris will fly you from Oakland, California to San Salvador and back. In addition to Volaris, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Volaris El Salvador and Avianca - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $238 and $294, respectively. Volaris is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Oakland, California to San Salvador?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Oakland, California to San Salvador are Volaris El Salvador (100%), Volaris Costa Rica (100%) and Volaris (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Oakland, California to San Salvador?

    On average you can expect to pay $401 for a flight from Oakland, California to San Salvador. The cheapest flight overall is $126 while the most popular route, (Oakland - San Salvador El Salvador Intl) is currently priced at $262.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to San Salvador?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to San Salvador (average of $115). Flying from Oakland, California to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to San Salvador

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$229Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$238Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$294Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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