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$153+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAL
Jul 19 — Jul 261
Sat 7/19
Sat 7/26
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 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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 July 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$343
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$562
From Salinas to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 14, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/241:30 amSFO - SAL
1 stop10h 12mCopa Airlines
Wed 9/31:42 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop10h 57mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/11$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Thu 8/72:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Wed 8/277:30 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 7/12$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Tue 8/1911:50 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop12h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/232:40 pmSAL - SFO
2 stops20h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/13$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/22:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/138:33 amSAL - SFO
1 stop16h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$383

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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

Sun 8/24

1:30 am-12:42 pm

1 stop10h 12m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

1:42 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop10h 57m

$343

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 8/27

7:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$345

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

11:50 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop12h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/23

2:40 pm-9:46 am

2 stops20h 06m

$350

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 8/13

8:33 am-11:39 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$383

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

5:07 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop26h 58m

$153

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

2:17 pm-11:35 am

2 stops20h 18m

$157

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 7/19

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$160

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

10:29 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 16m

$211

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

6:55 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$219

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

3:37 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$224

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Deals found on 7/14

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 July 11, 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, 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 July 14, 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 July 14, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to SAL are scheduled on a Saturday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 July 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,482 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,856 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,379 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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 274 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $157. Users have also found prices from $160 and $211 on Avianca 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 (88%), Avianca (88%) and EVA Air (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Salinas to San Salvador is generally $847, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $174. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $360 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 July 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$136Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$184Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VolarisCheapest$217Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$238Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$294Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$340Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$383Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$498Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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