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$131+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Medellín

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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — MDE
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Medellín are usually found in February or March, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Medellín

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to Medellín (CO1). 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$254
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$131
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$261
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Medellín
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Medellín
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Medellín. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/910:20 pmSAL - MDE
Nonstop2h 45mAvianca
Sun 4/135:55 pmMDE - SAL
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 3/27$254
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/305:01 amSAL - MDE
1 stop8h 14mCopa Airlines
Sun 5/49:15 amMDE - SAL
1 stop15h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/27$261
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:00 amSAL - MDE
1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/214:35 amMDE - SAL
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$378

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San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/9

10:20 pm-2:05 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 4/13

5:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$254

San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/30

5:01 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 5/4

9:15 am-11:36 pm

1 stop15h 21m

$261

San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/11

5:01 am-4:25 pm

2 stops10h 24m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 4/18

5:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$446

San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/5

11:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 6/9

12:15 am-8:43 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$713

San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/22

10:20 pm-2:05 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$131

San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/16

5:01 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 28m

$188

San SalvadorMedellín

SAL - MDE

SALMDE

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/21

2:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$799

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Deals found on 3/27

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Salvador to Medellín, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Medellín (average of $378). Flying from San Salvador to Medellín in December is currently the most expensive (average of $625). 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 MDE?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to Medellín. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from San Salvador to Medellín, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Medellín. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Medellín by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Medellín ranges from 2.0 - 7.9 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Medellín when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Medellín by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Medellín, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of October, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Medellín

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Medellín. 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 Medellín. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

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
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

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
8,603 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

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
2,300 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

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 Salvador to Medellín. 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 Salvador to Medellín?

    Most people fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) if they book a flight from San Salvador to Medellín. On average, El Salvador Intl has 0 outbound flights to Medellín per day from 4 airlines. San Salvador El Salvador Intl is conveniently located just 20.5 mi from San Salvador’s city center.

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

    Flying on Avianca is currently your cheapest option to Medellín, with prices starting at $254. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $261 and $713, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Salvador to Medellín for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $131 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $188 and United Airlines from $799 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $126. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl) can be booked for $261 on average our data indicates $229 when flying from San Salvador to Medellín.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Salvador to Medellín?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Salvador to Medellín is Panama City.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are the most popular attractions in Panama City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal can be accessed by traveling approximately 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Panama City Tocumen Intl for an average daily rate of $14 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Salvador to Medellín flights?

    San Salvador to Medellín flights have a layover in Bogotá the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Medellín (average of $378). Flying from San Salvador to Medellín in December is currently the most expensive (average of $625). 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 4 airlines flying from San Salvador to Medellín

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador to Medellín. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ArajetCheapest$98Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$205Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$208Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$250Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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