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C$ 179 Find Cheap Flights to San Salvador

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 459
Typical prices: C$ 589-C$ 930
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1Tue 3/2
YOW - SAL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 547
Typical prices: C$ 668-C$ 902
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Tue 20/1Mon 26/1
YUL - SAL • Direct
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Cheap Flights to San Salvador

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to San Salvador that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to San Salvador

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
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7:00 a.m. - 2:52 p.m.
YOW
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SAL
8h 52m1 stop
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4:02 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
SAL
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YOW
24h 23m1 stop
C$ 459Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
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7:00 a.m. - 2:52 p.m.
YOW
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SAL
8h 52m1 stop
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4:02 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
SAL
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YOW
24h 23m1 stop
C$ 462Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
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9:15 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.
YOW
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SAL
12h 00m1 stop
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8:15 a.m. - 5:18 p.m.
SAL
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YOW
8h 03m1 stop
C$ 474Avianca
Mon, 19 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
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7:35 p.m. - 10:50 a.m.
YQB
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SAL
16h 15m1 stop
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8:15 a.m. - 10:43 p.m.
SAL
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YQB
13h 28m1 stop
C$ 533Avianca
Thu, 5 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
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6:00 a.m. - 2:49 p.m.
YYZ
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SAL
9h 49m1 stop
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1:39 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.
SAL
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YYZ
21h 41m1 stop
C$ 572American Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 15 May
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2:40 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.
YOW
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SAL
23h 35m2 stops
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3:40 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.
SAL
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YOW
23h 32m2 stops
C$ 577United Airlines
Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
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6:25 p.m. - 12:24 p.m.
YYZ
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SAL
19h 59m1 stop
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2:30 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.
SAL
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YYZ
19h 25m2 stops
C$ 577American Airlines
Sun, 12 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr
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3:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
YQB
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SAL
25h 30m2 stops
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6:00 a.m. - 2:18 p.m.
SAL
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YQB
30h 18m2 stops
C$ 584United Airlines
Sun, 12 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr
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12:40 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
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SAL
31h 35m1 stop
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8:10 a.m. - 9:32 a.m.
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YQR
25h 22m1 stop
C$ 1,965Air Canada
Sun, 18 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
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5:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
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SAL
29h 50m1 stop
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10:25 p.m. - 11:19 p.m.
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24h 54m2 stops
C$ 1,998Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to San Salvador

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to San Salvador to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to San Salvador?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The flight route Toronto to San Salvador was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A round-trip flight could be found for C$ 551. Also in the last 3 days, Ottawa was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to San Salvador with one-way tickets at C$ 179 and C$ 459 round-trip.

How much is a flight to San Salvador?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to San Salvador from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

On average, a flight to San Salvador costs C$ 578. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost C$ 226 and departed from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Montreal to San Salvador which costs C$ 786 on average, and Toronto to San Salvador, which costs C$ 729 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to San Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to San Salvador is March, where tickets cost C$ 665 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets from Canada is C$ 1,212 and C$ 1,076 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is August with an average price of C$ 588.

What is a good deal for flights to San Salvador?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to San Salvador, 25% of our users found tickets to San Salvador for the following prices or less: From Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport C$ 300 one-way - C$ 581 round-trip, from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport C$ 321 one-way - C$ 576 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Salvador?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to San Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 60 days before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight to San Salvador

 
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Avianca

Avianca's Classic fare includes a carry-on, checked bag, and seat selection, enhancing value.


Avianca's LifeMiles program offers attractive redemption options, enhancing travel rewards.

United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats on long-haul flights, ideal for comfort during extended travel.


Economy Plus seats provide up to 15 cm more legroom than standard economy, enhancing comfort.

Copa Airlines

Copa's Economy Extra seats offer more space, ideal for longer flights.


Copa's Showpass offers digital entertainment via personal devices on newer planes.

Air Transat

Air Transat's Club Class offers wider seats and more legroom, enhancing comfort on longer flights.


Air Transat provides in-flight entertainment screens on most planes, even as a budget airline.

Air Canada

Air Canada's Signature Class features lie-flat seats, ideal for long-haul comfort.


Preferred Economy seats offer up to 10 cm extra legroom, enhancing comfort on longer flights.

American Airlines

Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing travel experience.


American Airlines' Premium Economy includes upgraded seats and meals, ideal for long flights.

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Good to know – Book Cheap San Salvador Plane Tickets

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flightC$ 179
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (63% more expensive on average)
Flight from Ottawa to San Salvador

When to book flights to San Salvador

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to San Salvador based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to San Salvador based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking San Salvador flights

  • How much is a taxi fare from San Salvador El Salvador International Airport to the city centre?

    You can easily get a taxi from outside the arrivalshall at the airport. As not all taxis are regulated, it is better to negotiate a price before leaving the airport, especially if the taxi does not have a metre or the driver does not want to turn it on. A taxi fare to San Salvador’s city centre should cost around $17 (C$ 2).

  • How can I get from San Salvador El Salvador International Airport to the city centre using public transport?

    If you prefer travelling like a local, hop on bus 138 which connects the airport to the city centre. This bus departs from the airport every half hour and the trip to the centre takes about 50 minutes, depending on traffic. Bus fare is $0.60 (C$ 0.80). If you don’t have much luggage with you, you could also travel via a shared taxi minibus, however they get crowded so they’re not idea for travellers with large bags.

  • Are there any onsite airport hotels at San Salvador El Salvador International Airport?

    There are no hotels located at the airport, however there are a couple of options for accommodation nearby if you wish to stay close to the airport after your flight to San Salvador. Quality Hotel Real Aeropuerto is located 5 minutes from the airport and offers a free airport shuttle from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, while Pato Canales Hotel and Resort is also 5 minutes away but has no airport shuttle service.

  • Are there any airport lounges available at San Salvador El Salvador International Airport?

    Travellers who would like to rest and relax following theirflight to San Salvador can head to one of the available airport lounges. Avianca Sala VIP is located next to Gate 8, is accessible by all passengers through lounge memberships or by paying a fee at the door, and has showers available for use if you wish to freshen up after a long flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight to San Salvador?

    The flight route Toronto to San Salvador was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A round-trip flight could be found for C$ 551. Also in the last 3 days, Ottawa was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to San Salvador with one-way tickets at C$ 179 and C$ 459 round-trip.

  • How far is San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport from central San Salvador?

    The city centre of San Salvador is 33 km from San Salvador.

  • What is the name of San Salvador’s airport?

    All flights to San Salvador land at San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport. The airport code is SAL,and it can also be referred to as Aeropuerto Internacional El Salvador, Comalapa Intl, El Salvador Intl, Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero Intl, or San Salvador.

  • How much is a flight to San Salvador?

    On average, a flight to San Salvador costs C$ 578. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost C$ 226 and departed from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to San Salvador?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to San Salvador is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as C$ 718. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where prices are C$ 825 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to San Salvador?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to San Salvador.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to San Salvador?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Salvador is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to San Salvador?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Salvador with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to San Salvador?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Salvador up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Salvador?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to San Salvador is generally at night, when flights cost C$ 622 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to San Salvador is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 743.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to San Salvador

  • Looking for cheap airfare to San Salvador? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to San Salvador for the following prices or less: From Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl C$ 441, from Toronto Pearson Intl C$ 448
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest San Salvador flight deals.
  • If you are looking to rent a car after your flight to San Salvador, head to the arrivals hall where all the car rental companies are located. If you prefer using an international company, you will find Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty, however you will also find some local companies such as Tropic and Uno.
  • If you would like to skip the lines, you can book a Fast Track VIP service with AssisTant, which operates from the San Salvador El Salvador International Airport (SAL). You can choose between four different packages ranging from help with check-out procedures to full packages including lounge access and luggage services.
  • Passengers who need to do some last minute printing or faxing following their flight to San Salvador can head to the TacaSalones VIP Lounge which offers basic business services.Travellers should note that the San Salvador El Salvador International Airport does not have any meeting rooms available for rent.
  • The San Salvador El Salvador International Airport has excellent facilities for those with a disability and is well equipped with wheelchair ramps, elevators and accessible restrooms. Furthermore, if you need assistance after your flight to San Salvador, call your airline to request assistance 48 hours before your trip and this can be arranged.
  • Those who would like to purchase local currency upon arrival can head to one of the bank tellers located in the public area of the airport, as they offer currency exchange services. Alternatively, the ATM machines located in the public area near customs can be used to withdraw money.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to San Salvador

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to San Salvador. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Canada to San Salvador. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Air TransatOverall score based on 483 reviews
8.4Crew
7.3Comfort
7.9Boarding
7.1Entertainment
6.8Food
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I did not like I have been charged for my carry on

6.0 GoodSilvia, Dec 2025
YUL - MCO
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I did not like I have been charged for my carry on

Onward flight was okay. return from Lisbon was poor as we missed our flight due to a long line at the passport control. Air Transat made no effort to accommodate us even though we were at the passport control 40 minutes prior to the departure.

It was very good but no tv but the experience was great

Thank you for making my first experience very enjoyable. You made it all very pleasant

Great flight great seats will absolutely fly with you again

Porter airlines was good. I didn't have the best experience when booking through airfare assist however, as I got no final confirmation from them that the flight was booked until I called them. Even then, the confirmation code they gave me was incorrect and couldn't be used for check in. On a positive note airfare assist was actually picked up the phone relatively quickly when calling

The flight crew were very good, polite, and professional. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience left much to be desired. The food was extremely bland—almost tasteless. We chose the non vegetarian .The lasagna was just plain pasta with a tiny garnish and no seasoning. It felt like eating starch only, The bigger issue was with luggage and space. We boarded with three tickets, and while the seats in front of us were nearly empty, all the overhead compartments had already been filled by passengers boarding to the back. This left us and many others with no overhead storage for our carry-ons. Our bags couldn’t fit well under the seats either, which meant we lost the little legroom we had. The result was a horrible, cramped experience—sore knees, no space to stretch, and no way to rest or sleep comfortably. According to the crew this was a rather normal thing. It is obviously normal that people board with handbag and carry on but they should be only allowed to use their overhead compartment and under their seat not the way it is managed that all the spaces in the front of the plane being occupied by the people sitting way back in the plane.

Nice complete meal included and great services. Plus the plane was very clean.

Everything was horrible. On the day of my departure, I was denied check-in and boarding because my reservation only showed one of my last names, while my passport contains both. This minor discrepancy could have been easily corrected, but I was informed that no adjustment could be made. As a result, I lost not only my outbound flight but also my return flight and had to purchase a new ticket at a significantly higher cost.

This has been the worst experience I’ve ever had. Basically, I lost my round-trip tickets because one of my last names was missing, and you didn’t allow me to correct it. I had to purchase a full ticket again. Once I get home, I will start legal proceedings against you.

The flight was good overall. Everything went smoothly, although the landing was a bit rough. Still, it was a pleasant experience

I always enjoy flying Copa. There are very few airlines where I can enjoy a comfortable sleep in-flight. The snacks weren't the best, but they sufficed. The in-flight entertainment was fantastic, and I crossed another movie off my watch list.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

Some of the Air hostesses are not that friendly. Need improvement

Simply as follows:- First, there was no vegetarian option for the meal Second, only 2 washrooms for the entire economy class.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

As always, Copa Airlines is great to fly on. The flights are always on time, the staff are pleasant and helpful and it's always a wonderful flying experience.

We had a great flight just wished they had a tv so we can see a movie that would of made my trip excellent.

Did upgrade, travel in business it was great (more room I could sleep)

The Sears in the 800s are not too good perfect Airbus why cant the new 737 fix that

Quick and seamless boarding. No entertainment but fast Starlink wifi for this short trip and the staff was really friendly.

I dread trans-Pacific flights. They are very long. This was my first time on Universal, and it was my best crossing ever. The staff were professional, the hospitality was great, and the food was delicious. The entertainment system filled the long flight hours. I will seek out Universal flights from now onwards. 🙂

The food quality sucks. One must starve if they do not eat flesh Or wheat based products Some variety would be expected. The trivial amount of snacks and or food is inhumane

We Left Calgary 1/2 hour late and that made for a tight connection in Denver. After arriving everything was done to help us make our connection. That was a great effort. Thank You United

Efficient all round, very good crew. Short flight so the food, of course, was just snacks

Overall, it was good. I was seating next to a wonderful lady and did not notice how time flew. Thanks

My flight was delayed about 1 1/2 hours in Chicago, but other then that it was a good flight.

The experience was great, the crew was very polite and hospitable. I will definitely make if my go to airlines.

It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

Was notified on a timely manner of any changes, if any, of the flight schedules.

My seat was covered in vomit and I will be reaching out to Air Canada

We were happy with the service and cost of checking a bag

I would like to review the next flight from Toronto to Fort Myers as it was a disaster!!

This flight with a lot empty place , and I have more room, feeling comfortable.

It's kindof ridiculous that your system is even asking me about this since my flight was canceled and I wasn't rescheduled.

Flight was cancelled. Not enough agents to deal with the people in the line. We left and found our own way to Vancouver.

Flight was good, breakfast could be much better. We had come from a domestic flight on the same aircraft and the domestic flight was much better regarding service compared to this international flight.

Flight was great. Meal was really good. Boarding was terrible. Too many people in a small boarding lounge, zones not clearly marked.

3 hr delay at the gate while they were doing maintenance. Next time, do not board passengers while maintenance is being performed

We waited for one hour to deboard the plane after landing. That could be better

No free snacks nor drinks on very short 30min flight. Entertainment system is over wifi to your own phone or tablet, which is good but often a show or movie just stops and refuses to continue

I like the crew they're very friendly. I don't like. on five hour flight they not offered snacks. Any drink. Not even coffee

Not even water is offered on the flight. You cannot lean back on the seats and the seats are so narrow you can’t avoid rubbing elbows with the person next to you.

6 hour flight and have to pay for everything 100 dollars to add a carry-on bag is insane

Did not fly with Pakistan International Airlines. Have never flown with Pakistan International Airlines.

Boarding, crew were excellent, food was ok and entertainment need to improve

Usb plugs for charging your phone does not work in every flight. uncomfortable chairs even in higher categories.

The check in is the only positive thing in Avianca. The seat is the most uncomfortable I have traveled, the distance is minimal.

why did we have to go through security mid flight

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