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$164+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$368
(Priceline)

One-way from

$164
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$431
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/102:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Wed 6/257:30 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$368
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:52 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop15h 49mCopa Airlines
Sun 5/111:40 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop11h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/1$370
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/211:40 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:24 amSFO - SAL
1 stop11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/122:08 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:43 amSFO - SAL
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/32:00 amSAL - SFO
1 stop14h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$480

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to San Salvador that are best for you.

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Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/25

7:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$368

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

7:52 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop15h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/23

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$370

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

2:20 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/21

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$371

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

8:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$384

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

12:43 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/3

2:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop14h 01m

$480

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

2:20 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$164

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

11:53 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$166

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:30 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 47m

$189

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:23 am-5:50 am

1 stop17h 27m

$190

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to San Salvador

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to San Salvador may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to San Salvador as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to SAL are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Salvador by month

Plan your trip to San Salvador by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Salvador ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Salvador by month

Plan your trip to San Salvador by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Salvador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Salinas to San Salvador. You should not have trouble finding flights to El Salvador Intl from Salinas; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the San Salvador airport from Salinas. It is only a 20.5 mi journey from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to San Salvador’s city center.

  • How popular is this Salinas to San Salvador flight route?

    Flights from Salinas to San Salvador El Salvador Intl have been viewed 345 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $164. Users have also found prices from $166 and $189 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to San Salvador are Avianca (89%), Avianca (89%) and EVA Air (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to San Salvador?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to San Salvador is generally $1,032, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $162. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $334 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Salinas 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 8 airlines flying from Salinas to San Salvador

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$136Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$184Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$217Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$321Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$363Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$448Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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