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FAQs - booking El Salvador flights

  • Is it possible to find direct flights to El Salvador?

    Traveling from the United States, it’s possible to find nonstop routes to the Central American country of El Salvador. These direct flights arrive at El Salvador Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAN) in San Salvador, the country’s capital. There are year-round nonstop flights with Avianca Airline and others, from Los Angeles Airport (LAX), San Francisco Airport (SFO), Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington DC, among others.

  • What are the common stopover options for flights from the US to El Salvador?

    Most flights from the US to El Salvador have one or two layovers en route. The layover options for these flights vary depending on your departure city and airline. If you’re flying from New York (JFK) to SAL with American Airlines, you will have your stop in Miami (MIA) while those flying with Delta should expect a stop in Atlanta (ATL). Other airlines flying this route have a common layover in Tocumen Panama City (PTY). Most airlines flying from San Francisco (SFO) have common stops in Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), PTY, and San Jose (SJO).

  • Do you need a visa to travel to El Salvador?

    As a U.S. citizen, you are not required to obtain a tourist visa prior to your trip to El Salvador as long as your visit does not exceed 90 days. However, all U.S. citizens not born in El Salvador must purchase a tourist card upon their arrival at El Salvador Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAN) in San Salvador. You can expect to pay about $12 for the tourist card.

  • Is Salvador Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport accessible?

    Yes, El Salvador International Airport is an accessible facility. All airlines flying through the airport run their wheelchair assistance program. You can request wheelchair assistance services from your airline by visiting its check-in counters or using any airport assistance phone to call them. The airport also offers accessible restrooms, stair-free options, and accessible ground transportation options to ensure passengers with reduced mobility get equal and easy travel through the airport. We recommend reserving these special assistance services at least 48 hours before your travel to avoid any inconveniences.

  • Which airport should I arrive at to visit Cerro Verde National Park?

    Cerro Verde National Park is a large park known for housing three volcanoes. El Salvador, in general, is known as the land of volcanoes and this fact attracts plenty of visitors. The closest commercial airport to Cerro Verde National Park is El Salvador Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAN) in San Salvador. The popular park is just about a 2h drive from the airport.

  • What is the best way to San Luis Talpa city center from El Salvador International Airport?

    The distance from El Salvador Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport to San Luis Talpa city center is just about 3.5 miles. One of the most recommended options for getting to the city center from El Salvador Airport is using a taxi. Taxis are available 24/7 and are a great option if you're traveling with lots of luggage. Alternatively, you can get a rental car from the airport.

  • What child seat laws exist in El Salvador?

    For those traveling to El Salvador with children who plan on renting a vehicle, it may be best to bring a child seat with you from the United States. In El Salvador, there aren’t any defined laws as to child restraints or seats, only that children under the age of 12 cannot sit in the front seats. Nonetheless, travelers can check beforehand with their car rental agency to see if they have child seats available.

  • What is the best airport to fly into El Salvador for flights from the US?

    El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango International Airport are the two airports that serve most of the international flights to El Salvador. Of the two airports, consider flying into El Salvador Airport as the other airport serves fewer commercial flights and majorly serves as a military base. Flying into SAL will give you more flight options, including direct flights from various cities in the US.

  • How long is the flight to El Salvador?

    An average nonstop flight from the United States to El Salvador takes 6h 32m, covering a distance of 1926 miles. The most popular route is Washington, D.C. - San Salvador with an average flight time of 4h 17m.

  • What is the cheapest flight to El Salvador?

    The cheapest ticket to El Salvador from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $37 one-way, and $130 round-trip. The most popular route is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $175.

  • Which airlines fly to El Salvador?

    Avianca, United Airlines & Air Canada fly the most frequently from the United States to El Salvador.

  • What is the most popular destination in El Salvador?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is San Salvador (100% of total searches to El Salvador).

  • How does KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a given destination and date is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to El Salvador

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest El Salvador flight deals.
  • When looking to book tickets to visit El Salvador, you’ll want to look for flights arriving at El Salvador Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAN) in San Salvador. This is the commercial airport serving the whole country.
  • Most flights from the US to El Salvador usually land at Salvador Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAL). It has a massive, single terminal that serves both international and domestic flights. Getting around the airport is quite easy.
  • To find more affordable flights to El Salvador, look for tickets with a layover in between. There are cheaper routes, for instance, stopping in Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) and operated by Spirit Airlines.
  • If you're looking for a free space where you can relax upon arrival at Salvador Airport, we recommend trying the Observation Deck on the Third Floor. This spot is usually peaceful and quiet and has chairs fitted with armrests.
  • If you wish to rent a car during your visit to El Salvador, the airport has car rental agencies onsite. This way you won’t need to worry about finding a ride to pick up your car rental.
  • Ilopango International Airport (ILS) was the main international airport that served the city of San Salvador until it was replaced by the more modern SAL. Whenever you find flights from the US to ILS, consider them as this will help you avoid the long queues at SAL.
  • Fly into the main El Salvador Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAN), southeast of San Salvador, and you’ll be near some of the top attractions in the country. The airport is near the coast and just a half-hour away from the popular Costa del Sol Beach.
  • If you’re planning to travel with your pet or service animal, you will be happy to learn that Salvador Airport is a pet-friendly facility. You can travel with your pet through the airport provided you keep it in a pet carrier when within the airport.
  • All U.S. citizens must travel to El Salvador with a valid passport with at least one blank page for any entry or exit stamps.
  • Ilopango Airport is ideal for exploring Lake Ilopango, a volcanic caldera located on the borders of La Paz, San Salvador, and Cuscatlán. You can fly from the US to SAL and then connect using a domestic carrier to this airport.
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Top 5 airlines flying to El Salvador

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to El Salvador? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 10392 reviews
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Airline reviews

It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

2.0 MediocreFelipe, Jun 2024DTW - SAN
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It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

There was plenty of overhead room but half of the passengers were told they had to check their carryon bags. My partner and I checked in as early as possible and our seats were split across the aisle.

Friendly flight attendants. Comfort plus seats were very comfortable and had lots of leg room. 10A and 10 B.

I've flown many many times on Northwest and then Delta. The crew on this flight were absolutely the best I've had the pleasure of being looked after by.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Had to change aircraft due to a faulty door. Surprisingly it only caused about an hour and a half of delay. Delta handled this situation as well as can be expected.

Awful. Flight was continuously getting delayed and gates kept changing without any reason. Flight was delayed for more then 3 hours

Paid premium for Delta only to be on safe but tired old 767 with ancient cabin in mediocre condition. Poor wifi and horrible inflight entertainment. Hardly a premium experience. Should have flown SW and had fun flight crew and no pretense

Our flight to Zurich was delayed by almost 3 hours, so we missed our next flight. There was no indication it would be delayed this much. We were told the gate had changed and then it apparently took over 2 hours to load the "catering" on the plane. We were not compensated in any way for the trouble.

Rated entertainment as Mediocre as there were major problems with the Infotainment system that took probably a half hour for them to fix.

No water for a 5 hour flight entertainment not working seats with little room for knees when person in front of me reclined kept bumping my knees.

I don't think anyone actually reads these comments, so I won't spend much time on this submission. If you want to talk, you know how to reach me. The D/FW manager of Avianca (self-identified), Juan Calderon, insisted I buy an onward ticket from San Salvador even though I have diplomatic status in El Salvador and live here. It cost me $1,393 and Mr Calderon would not let me make the ticked flexible so I could get a refund. He went out of his way to be rude to me. He gave me seat 32K -- windowless window seat in the last row and did not offer to let me upgrade even though there were plenty of seats. I have flown well over a million miles in my life and this is the worst experience I have ever had. I would like a refund on the ticket I was forced to buy. Just awful!

This is the Spirit of Latino travel. And don’t even get me started on customer service.

Awful. I checked in online and there was no option to pay for baggage, at the airport when I checked in my baggage was received and Iwas not charged. When I got to LA during the boarding process I was told I didn't pay for baggage, the crew resolved I was let in the plane. When I got to my final destination my baggage was not there. It took me two days to receive my baggage. Bad service ever!

There was no food or drink service, couldn’t even get a glass of water for free. It was a long and expensive flight to not offer food or beverage on the plane.

It is better at the jfk than my home country. It was very easy and everything was on time.

There is no food. There is no in-inflight entertainment. The seats are cardboard. The airline is a living hellscape.

My experience was amazing! They helped my elderly mother board on early through a wheelchair and were accommodating to have us sit together since our seats were in different locations. When landing at the airport in GUA they were very helpful with full of hospitality.

They could offer food and drink without having to pay extra for it,

No complimentary snacks food, beverage (not even water), pillow and blanket on a 6 hours long flight (including economy comfort). A low form of nickeling an diming. Lost a recurring passanger over a soda. Avianca never again.

Friendly staff at all very easy check in and organize process

Horrible airline, upgraded to sit on seats made of stone. Staff were rude and on top of it they charge an arm and a leg for luggage 🧳 never again

The seats are the worst I upgraded to premium big mistake and it seems like no one likes there job very unpleasant

they don’t have TV Seat to Type in space

Flight was delayed in the gate by 5 hours and ultimately cancelled- rebooking service by United agents was terrible

Everything was pretty good except for food. They need to improve on it compared to other airlines.

Flight was delayed due to the late arrival of the catering truck, which is quite unacceptable. There was a beverage service, but no pretzel, or cookie, or nuts were served in coach.

Not worth the premium paid for the first class ticket

Not worth the price of premium class ticket paid, felt more like steerage.

Flighty delayed on boarding - then group 1 had to check their carry on bags but groups 3 and beyond could carry bags on - very inconvenient for weekend business trip with no checked baggage. Then delayed on the runway - before take off. No communication from pilot on why or how long. Wifi/Entertainment didn't work for 4+ flight. Upon arrival, attendants announced wrong carousel for baggage claim - everyone was waiting at the wrong place for their checked bags. This was a mess united!

I flew Delta last week and United Airlines is a poor substitute mechanical problems with the plane and shitty food among other things made my travel experience what’s become to be expected from United no way is it ever worth the money they make us pay

I had a great flight. Everything went smoothly and the flight arrived early.

Well....let's start from the point that I had to stay in airport for 12 hours instead of 2 that was scheduled. Poor company and even worst customer service. Never again....

The flight and boarding were easy peasy. I was traveling with my 4-year-old, so a smooth boarding experience was especially appreciated. My only piece of feedback is really about where our gate was in O'Hare. They've shoved four gates into a tiny corner of the B terminal and there isn't early enough room or seating for everyone. Not United's problem, but did dent the overall experience.

Missed this flight due to the first AA flight delay

Equipment swap led to 2+ hour delay on international flight. And to top it off, boarding took forever.

Wretched scheduling - they got themselves into a critical crew situation and didn’t try to address it until 15 minutes before they had to cancel my flight

They cancelled two flight and got us onto another airline, which was also delayed.

Nothing, terrible travel experience due to weather and maintenance delays and was left stranded in Austin.

Missed connection from Philadelphia to London because flight from DC was seriously delayed. Was re-routed the next day (had to pay for hotel) to Zurich and was given a main cabin middle seat while I had paid for premium. Great job AA!!!

My husband and I pre-ordered our food, but they did not have my husband’s order, and my cheese plate was very average. I asked for a blanket and was told they don’t carry blankets on domestic routs. The flight was on time and smooth!

28 hour delay at Fort Worth/Dallas airport, part due to weather which was unavoidable, but various other reasons - no pilot, no fa, mechanical problem, plane too small, too big, crew out of flying time, seat configuration problems.... endless and hourly updates with a different excuse. Finally told us about 3.00 am, that the flight was delayed to hours later.

Experience was bad. 3.5 hour delay for a 2.5 hour trip. There was no r Transparency about the reason for the delay and it was done 30 mins at a time.

Original flight delayed several times and finally canceled at 2:30 in the morning. Staff at the gate was not very helpful in resolving problems or communicating why there were delays. I spent 34 hours at the airport before I could leave, they couldn't book me on another early flight even after canceling my original flight. Next flight available after my original flight was canceled was 22 hours later. I will never fly American Airlines again.

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