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$163+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to El Salvador

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAL
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$368
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$163
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$497 or less

Good one-way deal

$239 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to El Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to El Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 4/172:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Mon 5/55:40 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 4/3$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 4/248:11 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop12h 07mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/51:40 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop11h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/3$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 4/172:30 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/51:40 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sat 11/14:18 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop20h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/63:35 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop26h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$406
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:25 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop16h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/23:30 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$470

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to El 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to El Salvador that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

El Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/5

5:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$368

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

8:11 pm-9:18 am

1 stop12h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/5

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$371

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/5

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$389

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

1:06 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 54m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/5

1:05 pm-10:06 am

2 stops22h 01m

$411

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

6:25 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop16h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/2

3:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$470

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 4/12

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$163

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

11:59 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$173

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

4:35 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$201

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

12:11 am-4:10 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$222

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Deals found on 4/4

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to El Salvador

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San Francisco to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 SFO to SV?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to El 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 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to El Salvador in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 2% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to El Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to El Salvador. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to El Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to El Salvador. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SV0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in El Salvador by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in El Salvador ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit El Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in El Salvador by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to El Salvador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing El Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to El 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 El Salvador. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco to El Salvador by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,304 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to El Salvador?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to El Salvador flight route?

    Within the past month, 375 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to El Salvador.

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

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $173 and $201, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to El Salvador?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to El Salvador on time: EVA Air (85%), Avianca (85%), Avianca (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to El Salvador?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador is generally $1,039, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $160. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $323 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to El 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 San Francisco to El Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to El Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San Francisco to El Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to El Salvador

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to El 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$136Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$184Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VolarisCheapest$248Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$292Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$319Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$448Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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