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$96+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — 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 José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$174
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$96
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$164

Good round-trip deal

$210 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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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 September 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/34:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/95:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/10$174
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/54:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 10/105:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/11$177
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/94:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:52 amSAL - SJO
1 stop16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 11/125:30 amSJO - SAL
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/157:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$180
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/154:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 12/225:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/9$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/55:30 amSJO - SAL
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/97:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$183
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/154:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/257:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/144:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/196:52 amSAL - SJO
1 stop17h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/176:52 amSAL - SJO
1 stop16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$186
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/135:00 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/176:52 amSAL - SJO
1 stop16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$189
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/175:25 pmSJO - SAL
1 stop2h 40mAvianca
Sat 9/205:35 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/175:30 amSJO - SAL
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/245:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$193

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 September 11, 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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Price

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

10:15 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/25

10:05 am-11:15 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$192

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

7:50 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/17

10:25 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$206

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/26

4:30 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/4

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$206

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 12/12

12:15 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$209

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

5:15 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop3h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/15

10:25 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$222

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

10:08 am-11:37 pm

1 stop13h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/12

5:05 am-9:58 am

1 stop4h 53m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

8:10 am-11:39 pm

1 stop15h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 12/18

5:00 am-4:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

8:49 am-11:37 pm

1 stop14h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/20

5:05 am-9:58 am

1 stop4h 53m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/18

4:17 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$96

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/27

9:35 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$111

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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, San José Province 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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province 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, San José Province to San Salvador?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José, San José Province to San Salvador at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province 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 September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, Avianca, and Volaris 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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 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, San José Province to San Salvador flight route?

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl have been viewed 20 times in the past calendar month.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San José, San José Province to San Salvador in 6h 20m. Fly via Avianca to get the fastest option. San José, San José Province and San Salvador are separated by a distance of 405 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Volaris El Salvador ($134), Avianca ($141), and Volaris Costa Rica ($144) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to San Salvador. Volaris El Salvador is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to San Salvador are Air Canada (100%), Volaris Costa Rica (98%) and Avianca (96%).

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

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador is generally $482, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $103. 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, San José Province to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$134Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$141Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$144Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$147Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VolarisCheapest$157Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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