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$185+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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SAL — LAX
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$185
(eDestinos)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$216 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Salvador El Salvador Intl-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles
One-way flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles
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Sat 5/106:30 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 5/1811:49 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/25$247
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 5/166:52 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/2411:49 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$264
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Fri 9/125:30 amSAL - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Fri 9/191:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 3/25$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 12/193:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/246:45 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop16h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$368
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Wed 5/71:45 pmSAL - LAX
2 stops18h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/119:50 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops13h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$383

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

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San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/10

6:30 am-11:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

11:49 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$247

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/16

6:52 am-9:34 pm

1 stop15h 42m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

11:49 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$264

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/12

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$353

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/12

3:30 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

12:56 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$378

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/7

1:45 pm-7:34 am

2 stops18h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

9:50 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$383

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/1

6:30 am-11:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$185

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/23

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$199

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/8

7:15 am-11:57 am

Nonstop5h 42m

$205

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/16

6:40 am-10:44 pm

2 stops41h 04m

$209

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/27

1:15 am-5:56 pm

1 stop17h 41m

$215

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Salvador to Los Angeles in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

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

The best insider tips for San Salvador to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Salvador to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
Avianca

Avianca's Classic fare includes a checked bag up to 50.7 pounds and seat selection.


Avianca offers Wi-Fi on nearly all flights, but it comes at an additional cost.

Volaris

Volaris Plus fare includes one personal item, one carry-on, one checked bag, and priority boarding.


Volaris aircraft lack Wi-Fi and seatback screens, so bring your own entertainment.

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Expert on Avianca

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Matt Meltzer

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Volaris

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from San Salvador with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Salvador to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Salvador to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from San Salvador to Los Angeles. 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 March 26, 2025.

The most flights from SAL to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines and Austrian Airlines from San Salvador to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 San Salvador to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    You will need to book a flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Los Angeles if you want to fly from San Salvador to Los Angeles. At least 8 different airlines have flights from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to Los Angeles (LAX) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Los Angeles from the San Salvador airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAL to LAX to be around 5h 09m.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Los Angeles flight route?

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

    Flying on Volaris El Salvador is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $247. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Avianca and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $353 and $378, respectively. Volaris El Salvador is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $185 on Volaris El Salvador. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $199 and Delta from $205 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    Consider Volaris El Salvador (98%), EVA Air (94%) or Air Canada (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $823, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $159. The most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $230.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from San Salvador to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 Salvador to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles. 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$46Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$130Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$163Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$170Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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