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$157+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Cancún (CUN)

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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — CUN
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Cancun are usually found in November or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to Cancún (CUN). 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$282
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$157
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$290

Good round-trip deal

$155 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/256:52 amSAL - CUN
1 stop3h 56mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 5/2812:38 pmCUN - SAL
1 stop3h 13mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/14$282
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/293:58 pmSAL - CUN
1 stop24h 35mAeromexico
Thu 6/57:06 amCUN - SAL
1 stop8h 32mAeromexico
Deal found 4/14$297
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:05 pmSAL - CUN
1 stop12h 40mAvianca
Sat 5/176:20 pmCUN - SAL
1 stop12h 40mAvianca
Deal found 4/14$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 4/1510:05 pmSAL - CUN
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1912:16 pmCUN - SAL
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$555
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:15 amSAL - CUN
1 stop17h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2811:14 amCUN - SAL
1 stop10h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$687
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 4/1412:50 amSAL - CUN
1 stop9h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/1912:16 pmCUN - SAL
1 stop12h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$742

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Cancún that are best for you.

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San Salvador

Fly to

Cancún

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Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/25

6:52 am-11:48 am

1 stop3h 56m

Cancun

Wed 5/28

12:38 pm-2:51 pm

1 stop3h 13m

$282

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/29

3:58 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Cancun

Thu 6/5

7:06 am-2:38 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$297

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/14

10:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop12h 40m

Cancun

Sat 5/17

6:20 pm-6:00 am

1 stop12h 40m

$299

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/11

3:30 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops21h 58m

Cancun

Tue 9/16

12:20 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$590

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/29

10:20 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$157

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/4

6:52 am-11:48 am

Nonstop3h 56m

$166

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/29

3:55 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$305

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/8

1:15 am-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$331

San SalvadorCancún

SAL - CUN

SALCUN

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/29

12:20 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops8h 39m

$564

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Deals found on 4/13

Compare providers for flights from San Salvador to Cancún

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 Salvador to Cancún in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*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 Salvador-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Salvador-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Salvador-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Salvador-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Salvador-Cancún 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 Salvador to Cancún

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Cancún

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Cancún. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Salvador to Cancún. 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 Salvador to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Salvador to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 SAL to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from San Salvador to Cancún by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Salvador to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Cancún. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aeromexico, United Airlines and Avianca from San Salvador to Cancún to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2024

TPA - MEX

Flight was delayed by several hours. Then after landing, it took us more than an hour to get into a terminal because another plane had taken our gate
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2024

TPA - MEX

Flight was delayed by several hours. Then after landing, it took us more than an hour to get into a terminal because another plane had taken our gate
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,656 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2024

TPA - MEX

Flight was delayed by several hours. Then after landing, it took us more than an hour to get into a terminal because another plane had taken our gate
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,313 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2024

TPA - MEX

Flight was delayed by several hours. Then after landing, it took us more than an hour to get into a terminal because another plane had taken our gate

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Cancún flight route?

    Flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Cancun have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to Cancún is Volaris El Salvador. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $282 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Avianca and United Airlines, starting at $291 and $590 round-trip.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $157. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris El Salvador and Aeromexico, as they are both options that can get you from San Salvador to Cancún for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Salvador to Cancún? While on average our users pay $248, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $152. The most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Cancun), is priced around $282.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to Cancún 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 Salvador to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Salvador to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 Salvador to Cancún

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Cancún. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$142Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$143Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$213Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$242Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$253Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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