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$157+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SAL
May 27 — Jun 31
Wed 5/27
Wed 6/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in June or July, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to San Salvador

Cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 27, 2026.

This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/209:45 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Tue 5/267:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/26$268
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/59:45 pm
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/127:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$271
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/194:55 pm
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/267:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$288
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Mon 5/184:55 pm
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/267:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$290
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/154:55 pm
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/197:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$295
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:00 am
MEX
-
SAL
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/97:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$296
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/204:00 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Sun 6/288:45 am
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 4/26$297
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/249:45 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Tue 6/307:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/24$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/24:55 pm
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Sat 5/910:05 pm
SAL
-
MEX
1 stop14h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 4/23$314
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/304:00 am
MEX
-
SAL
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/307:32 pm
SAL
-
MEX
Nonstop2h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$318

Find flight deals from Mexico City to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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 April 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(Volaris)

One-way from

$157
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$226 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 April 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to San Salvador that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/19

5:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/26

7:32 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$288
Quickest round-trip

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 6/24

9:45 am-11:52 am

Nonstop2h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/30

7:32 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$299

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 6/20

4:00 am-6:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/28

12:05 pm-3:05 am

1 stop15h 00m

$313

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 6/30

4:00 am-6:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/30

7:32 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$325

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 7/20

4:55 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/27

11:00 pm-1:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$330

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 6/11

11:50 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/18

3:32 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$348

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 8/31

4:55 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/4

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$374

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/26

4:55 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/31

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$374

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 5/22

4:55 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/25

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$374
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Mexico CitySan Salvador

MEX - SAL

MEXSAL

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 9/23

9:45 am-11:52 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$176

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Compare providers for flights from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to San Salvador in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Mexico City-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Mexico City-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mexico City-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico City-San Salvador flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Mexico City-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 Mexico City to San Salvador

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to San Salvador

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

The best time to book flights from Mexico City to San Salvador is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San Salvador (average of $242). Flying from Mexico City to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $319). 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 MEX to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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 April 27, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Mexico City to San Salvador in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Mexico City 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 April 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Mexico City to San Salvador, such as Aeromexico and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,541 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,541 reviews
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,541 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,513 reviews
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,541 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roberto,Aug 2025

MEX - CUN

Bad customer service, the worst, cancelled my ticket without advice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to San Salvador?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Salvador from Mexico City Benito Juarez. Booking flights from Benito Juarez (MEX) to El Salvador Intl (SAL) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to San Salvador from 2 different airlines. 2h 10m is how long a flight from Mexico City to San Salvador El Salvador Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Mexico City to San Salvador flight route?

    The Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight path was viewed by 2 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 Mexico City to San Salvador?

    There are many flights that can get you from Mexico City to San Salvador in 2h 07m. Fly via Volaris El Salvador, Aeromexico, or Avianca to get the fastest option. Mexico City and San Salvador are separated by a distance of 781 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $152, Aeromexico will fly you from Mexico City to San Salvador and back. In addition to Aeromexico, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Avianca for as low as $154. Aeromexico is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris El Salvador. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $115. Users have also found prices from $118 and $148 on Avianca and Copa Airlines, respectively.

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

    Consider Volaris El Salvador (100%), LATAM Airlines (100%) or Air France (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Mexico City to San Salvador.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Salvador?

    On average you can expect to pay $241 for a flight from Mexico City to San Salvador. The cheapest flight overall is $137 while the most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San Salvador El Salvador Intl) is currently priced at $290.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to San Salvador?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San Salvador (average of $242). Flying from Mexico City to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $319). 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 2 airlines flying from Mexico City to San Salvador

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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 April 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$152Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$154Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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