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$171+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAL
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in May or July, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$171
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$535
From Columbus to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/132:37 pmCMH - SAL
2 stops24h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/161:45 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop19h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$268
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 11/66:45 amCMH - SAL
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/163:03 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop29h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/25:15 amCMH - SAL
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/55:30 amSAL - CMH
3 stops23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/128:48 pmCMH - SAL
2 stops21h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/161:45 pmSAL - CMH
1 stop19h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/45:15 amCMH - SAL
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/85:04 amSAL - CMH
2 stops28h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$319
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/135:15 amCMH - SAL
2 stops13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/161:45 pmSAL - CMH
3 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$346

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Sat 9/13

2:37 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops24h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/16

1:45 pm-11:41 am

1 stop19h 56m

$268

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 11/6

6:45 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 11/16

3:03 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop29h 09m

$293

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Tue 9/2

5:15 am-12:14 pm

1 stop8h 59m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/5

5:30 am-7:29 am

3 stops23h 59m

$303

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Fri 9/12

8:48 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops21h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/16

1:45 pm-11:41 am

1 stop19h 56m

$311

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 9/4

5:15 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/8

5:04 am-11:41 am

2 stops28h 37m

$319

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 1/28

10:20 am-7:55 pm

1 stop10h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/3

8:25 pm-9:35 am

1 stop12h 10m

$320

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 1/7

7:45 pm-7:55 am

2 stops13h 10m

$171

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 1/7

6:05 am-1:25 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$216

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Mon 12/15

11:00 am-11:39 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$248

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Mon 12/15

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Salvador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador, you should look to book at least 18 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 Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 August 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to San Salvador is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 58% on airfare.

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 August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,045 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    For a flight from Columbus to San Salvador, you will be flying into El Salvador Intl. San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is just 20.5 mi from the center of the city. El Salvador Intl is the only San Salvador airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 4 airlines have flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to San Salvador round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to San Salvador is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $350 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $361 and $385 round-trip. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to San Salvador one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $171. Delta flights start at $216 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $248 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to San Salvador

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$350Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$361Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$385Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$419Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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