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$135+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SAL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in November or September, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$446
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/139:12 pmSAN - SAL
1 stop14h 24mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/207:30 amSAL - SAN
1 stop11h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/301:35 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/67:30 amSAL - SAN
1 stop11h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/11:35 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/88:33 amSAL - SAN
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/36:15 amSAN - SAL
2 stops29h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/67:30 amSAL - SAN
1 stop11h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/55:37 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops17h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/88:33 amSAL - SAN
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/47:20 pmSAN - SAL
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/62:02 pmSAL - SAN
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$394
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/58:10 pmSAN - SAL
1 stop14h 34mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/128:33 amSAL - SAN
1 stop10h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/66:00 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops17h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:24 pmSAL - SAN
1 stop29h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$402
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/66:49 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops20h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/88:33 amSAL - SAN
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/28:25 amSAN - SAL
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/88:33 amSAL - SAN
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$423

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Mon 10/13

9:12 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop14h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/20

7:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$289

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 10/8

9:12 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop14h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/22

5:05 am-5:57 pm

1 stop13h 52m

$397

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 11/5

8:10 pm-12:44 pm

1 stop14h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/12

8:33 am-5:03 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$397

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 10/22

9:12 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop14h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/29

8:33 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$505

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 11/19

8:10 pm-12:44 pm

1 stop14h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/26

8:33 am-5:03 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$505

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Tue 11/4

12:07 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 12m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 11/10

3:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

$510

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 10/8

8:39 pm-4:50 am

1 stop7h 11m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/21

2:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop9h 27m

$510

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Tue 10/14

8:00 am-7:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$139

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Fri 10/17

9:03 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops45h 32m

$153

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Thu 10/16

6:25 am-12:24 pm

3 stops52h 59m

$158

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to San Salvador

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to San Salvador may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 3 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 San Diego to San Salvador?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to San Salvador at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 2% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to San Salvador, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to San Salvador. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from San Diego to San Salvador can take about 14h 24m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. San Diego and San Salvador are separated by a distance of 2216 mi.

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

    Copa Airlines, at $249, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to San Salvador.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have found that Copa Airlines is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San Diego 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to San Salvador

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$249Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$388Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$451Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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