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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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 June or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday 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 December 12, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:05 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Wed 12/1712:15 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$206
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/154:30 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Fri 12/195:15 pmSAL - SJO
1 stop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$207
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:35 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 12/215:15 pmSAL - SJO
1 stop6h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$209
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/107:50 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Fri 12/1212:15 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$216
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:30 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Sat 12/133:45 pmSAL - SJO
1 stop20h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$218
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:30 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Sun 12/2812:15 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$219
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:05 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Mon 12/2910:25 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$220
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:50 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Mon 12/225:40 pmSAL - SJO
1 stop5h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$222
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:30 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/145:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$227
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/115:53 pmSJO - SAL
1 stop5h 46mCopa Airlines
Fri 12/125:00 amSAL - SJO
1 stop4h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/11$229
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:00 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/195:30 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$230

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$96
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$216

Good round-trip deal

$234 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 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 December 12, 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 JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

11:02 am-11:36 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/3

4:53 am-9:06 am

1 stop4h 13m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/15

3:05 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/19

5:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

2:54 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/13

5:02 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 58m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

11:01 am-11:36 pm

1 stop12h 35m

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 1/23

5:56 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

5:03 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 57m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

11:02 am-11:36 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 6/6

4:53 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 07m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/14

10:08 am-11:37 pm

1 stop13h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/17

5:02 am-1:53 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

5:56 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/3

5:02 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 58m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

10:05 am-11:36 pm

1 stop13h 31m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/19

4:53 am-1:53 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$229

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

5:56 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

5:03 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 57m

$229

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San José-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >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 CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 December 5, 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 $87). Flying from San José to San Salvador in October is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 December 12, 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 39% 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 December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

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 December 12, 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
80 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,480 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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 15m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador per day from 4 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 21 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 12h 34m. 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 $134 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Volaris Costa Rica and Copa Airlines, starting at $136 and $146 round-trip. Volaris El Salvador is currently priced 30% 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 $76. Volaris Costa Rica flights start at $78 while deals on Avianca start at $91 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 Air Canada (98%), Avianca Costa Rica (95%) and Iberia (95%).

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

    While on average a flight from San José to San Salvador is generally $277, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $115 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 $87). Flying from San José to San Salvador in October is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 4 airlines flying from San José to San Salvador

Discover the top 4 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$134Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$144Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$147Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$153Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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