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$198+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAL
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 3, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 11/241:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Mon 12/87:45 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$405
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/161:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Sun 12/215:35 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$428
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/11:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Mon 12/87:45 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$432
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 11/151:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Sat 12/66:55 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 25mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$433
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/241:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Fri 11/287:45 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 11/1$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 12/56:00 amSFO - SAL
2 stops13h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/166:00 amSAL - SFO
2 stops16h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$436
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/91:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Thu 11/137:45 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$446
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Tue 11/255:35 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 11/1$455
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/51:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Wed 4/17:30 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$458
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/301:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Mon 12/87:45 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$461
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/11:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Tue 12/166:55 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 25mAvianca
Deal found 11/2$462

Cheap 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 November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$387
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$198
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$584
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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 November 3, 2025.
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

Fri 1/9

1:20 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/27

7:45 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$434

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

12:17 am-2:21 pm

1 stop12h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/27

3:21 pm-10:05 am

2 stops20h 44m

$436

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

12:50 am-1:49 pm

1 stop10h 59m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

2:58 pm-3:14 pm

1 stop26h 16m

$438

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

12:50 am-1:49 pm

1 stop10h 59m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

2:49 pm-12:41 am

1 stop11h 52m

$478

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

1:20 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$480

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

1:35 am-9:05 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$480

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

12:17 am-2:21 pm

1 stop12h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/20

4:00 pm-9:48 am

2 stops19h 48m

$486

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

5:34 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops16h 52m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/23

3:43 pm-9:42 am

2 stops19h 59m

$521

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

5:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/16

2:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop10h 49m

$548

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

6:30 am-9:05 pm

3 stops36h 35m

$204

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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 October 31, 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 63 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 $115). Flying from Salinas 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 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 November 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to San Salvador in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 3, 2025.
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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,036 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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 1 inbound flight from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 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 303 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Avianca and American Airlines can get you from Salinas to San Salvador in just under 5h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 34m. The distance between Salinas and San Salvador is about 2639 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 (83%), Avianca (83%) and ANA (83%).

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

    While on average a flight from Salinas to San Salvador is generally $779, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $192. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $378 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 $115). Flying from Salinas 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 7 airlines flying from Salinas to San Salvador

Discover the top 7 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$149Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$229Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$238Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$289Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$294Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$340Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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