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$85+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAL
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from San José to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Fri 11/214:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/297:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1712:37 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 12/27:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 10/26$166
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/145:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/285:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/2912:43 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$174
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Sun 11/164:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/235:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/24$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/74:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/95:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/26$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/234:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/305:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/25$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/115:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris Costa Rica
Sat 11/157:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 10/26$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:30 amSJO - SAL
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/257:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$184
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Sun 11/164:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/245:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/24$185
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/74:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/105:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/26$186

Cheap flight deals from San José to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$85
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$199

Good round-trip deal

$206 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to San Salvador that are best for you.

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San José

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San Salvador

Route

Depart

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Price

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

2:19 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/25

8:33 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

11:00 am-11:39 pm

1 stop12h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/25

8:33 am-7:07 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

4:08 am-12:41 pm

1 stop8h 33m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/18

5:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

10:08 am-8:40 pm

1 stop10h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/15

5:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

4:09 am-12:43 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/7

5:02 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 58m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

10:08 am-8:38 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

5:03 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 57m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

11:00 am-11:39 pm

1 stop12h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/11

8:33 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

4:09 am-12:41 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/3

5:02 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 58m

$239

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/16

4:17 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$85

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/1

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$98

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Compare providers for flights from San José to San Salvador

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to San Salvador in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on San José-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-San Salvador flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-San Salvador flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Salvador from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to San Salvador. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to San Salvador (average of $86). Flying from San José to San Salvador in November is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 SJO to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 October 27, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José to San Salvador at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 San José 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 October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris Costa Rica, Copa Airlines, and Volaris El Salvador from San José 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.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,150 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,468 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 airports do I use to fly from San José to San Salvador?

    If you book a flight from San José to San Salvador, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl to El Salvador Intl. Flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) take 1h 19m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador per day from 5 airlines.

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

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like Copa Airlines fly from San José to San Salvador in about 9h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between San José and San Salvador is about 405 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José to San Salvador is Volaris El Salvador. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $135 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Volaris Costa Rica and Copa Airlines, starting at $144 and $146 round-trip. Volaris El Salvador is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $85. Volaris Costa Rica flights start at $98 while deals on Avianca start at $112 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José to San Salvador are Volaris Costa Rica (100%), Volaris (100%) and Air Canada (96%).

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

    While on average a flight from San José to San Salvador is generally $938, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $92. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $148 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José 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 José to San Salvador.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to San Salvador (average of $86). Flying from San José to San Salvador in November is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to San Salvador

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$135Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$144Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$146Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$151Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$157Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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