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$147+ Cheap flights from El Salvador to Chicago (CHI)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — CHI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from El Salvador to Chicago

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Round-trip from

$297
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$147
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from El Salvador to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Salvador to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/171:11 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/305:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop14h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$297
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2812:15 amSAL - MDW
1 stop22h 40mFrontier
Sun 6/16:44 pmMDW - SAL
1 stop29h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/153:30 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/235:15 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$314
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 5/2812:15 amSAL - ORD
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/75:25 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$315
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2812:15 amSAL - ORD
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Sun 6/16:01 pmORD - SAL
1 stop29h 46mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$323
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/98:30 amSAL - ORD
1 stop15h 02mCopa Airlines
Thu 4/177:51 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/111:59 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Sat 4/267:05 amORD - SAL
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/19$369
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Thu 5/2910:05 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop14h 10mAvianca
Sat 6/75:25 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/162:10 pmSAL - MDW
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Tue 4/226:04 amMDW - SAL
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/20$414
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1112:54 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/2110:19 amORD - SAL
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/95:01 amSAL - MDW
2 stops15h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/178:00 amMDW - SAL
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$454

Find flights from El Salvador to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from El Salvador to Chicago 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 February 20, 2025.

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El Salvador

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/17

1:11 pm-8:48 am

1 stop18h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-6:54 pm

1 stop14h 54m

$297

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/15

3:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

5:15 am-8:17 pm

1 stop16h 02m

$314

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/28

12:15 am-11:32 am

1 stop10h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$315

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/28

12:15 am-11:32 am

1 stop10h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/1

6:01 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop29h 46m

$323

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/9

8:30 am-12:32 am

1 stop15h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

7:51 am-11:36 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$348

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/11

1:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

7:05 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$369

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/14

12:54 am-9:24 am

1 stop7h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/21

10:19 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$381

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/29

10:05 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$387

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/16

2:10 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/22

6:04 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$414

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - MDW

SALMDW

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/9

5:01 am-9:33 pm

2 stops15h 32m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/17

8:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$454

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Travel insights for flights from El Salvador to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from El Salvador to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from El Salvador to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 SV to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from El Salvador to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from El Salvador to Chicago as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from El Salvador to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,771 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from El Salvador to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $155. Spirit Airlines flights start at $184 while deals on Avianca start at $195 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from El Salvador to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from El Salvador to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from El Salvador to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Salvador to Chicago 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 El Salvador to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from El Salvador to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 6 airlines flying from El Salvador to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from El Salvador to Chicago. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$309Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$312Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$320Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$332Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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