San Salvador

$140+ 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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to San Salvador
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This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1111:55 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 35m
Avianca
Fri 4/177:45 am
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$345
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 2/241:20 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Tue 3/36:55 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$347
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/281:35 am
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Fri 3/67:45 am
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$348
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:15 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 35m
Avianca
Wed 4/227:45 am
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/29$354
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/11:20 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Sat 3/76:55 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$361
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/102:20 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2310:55 pm
SFO
-
SAL
1 stop11h 42m
American Airlines
Wed 3/41:37 pm
SAL
-
SFO
1 stop12h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$363
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1511:55 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 35m
Avianca
Sun 6/77:45 am
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 2/285:33 pm
SFO
-
SAL
2 stops17h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 3/92:01 pm
SAL
-
SFO
2 stops20h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$367
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 2/2811:16 pm
SFO
-
SAL
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/65:35 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$368
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/142:35 am
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Tue 3/316:40 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$370
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1911:55 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 35m
Avianca
Sun 5/247:45 am
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$371

Find flight deals from Salinas to San Salvador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to San Salvador flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$345
(Avianca)

One-way from

$140
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$480
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
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From Salinas to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
One-way flight from Salinas to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

1:35 am-9:05 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/19

7:45 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$361

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

12:30 am-1:01 pm

1 stop11h 31m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/16

2:44 pm-10:50 am

1 stop21h 06m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

12:43 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/27

2:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

12:43 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

4:40 pm-7:31 am

1 stop16h 51m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 3/30

12:45 am-12:15 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/1

3:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

7:10 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop16h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/9

3:40 pm-7:36 am

1 stop16h 56m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:59 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop11h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/4

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

6:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/17

3:40 pm-7:16 am

1 stop16h 36m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

11:59 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop11h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

12:43 am-3:24 pm

1 stop12h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$383

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 January 23, 2026.

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 37 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to San Salvador (average of $158). Flying from Salinas to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 January 29, 2026.

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.

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

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 January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines from Salinas 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.

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

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 6 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?

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to San Salvador?

    Avianca, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Salinas to San Salvador in just under 5h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 01m. The distance between Salinas and San Salvador is about 2639 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $84. Users have also found prices from $95 and $125 on Volaris El Salvador and Frontier, 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 (84%), Avianca (84%) and EVA Air (83%).

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

    While on average a flight from Salinas to San Salvador is generally $869, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $328 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to San Salvador (average of $158). Flying from Salinas to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 6 airlines flying from Salinas to San Salvador

Discover the top 6 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$139Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$204Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$256Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$339Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$347Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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