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$121+ Cheap flights from California to San Salvador (SAL)

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LAX — SAL
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to San Salvador

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$121
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$292 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to San Salvador
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 8/2112:24 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 9/75:44 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/30$228
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 9/1811:49 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/296:52 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$259
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 9/2610:50 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 32mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 10/53:47 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/31$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 6/2410:10 pmOAK - SAL
1 stop11h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/93:47 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$319
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Fri 5/161:20 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Fri 5/305:30 amSAL - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$326
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 9/2810:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/262:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 4/301:34 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop21h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/301:12 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop21h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$349
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Tue 4/2911:25 pmONT - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Thu 5/85:35 pmSAL - ONT
Nonstop5h 20mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$357
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 4/292:02 amLAX - SAL
1 stop17h 21mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/308:30 amSAL - LAX
1 stop16h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/30$367
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Mon 4/2112:05 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 25mAvianca
Tue 4/295:40 pmSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$371
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 5/27:52 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop15h 49mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/308:30 amSAL - SFO
1 stop16h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/30$376
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Fri 4/1110:35 pmLAX - SAL
1 stop23h 11mFrontier
Sat 4/1912:07 amSAL - LAX
1 stop22h 28mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$377

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San Salvador that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

12:35 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/20

5:44 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$243

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 9/26

10:50 pm-5:22 am

Nonstop5h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/5

3:47 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$262

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

12:35 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/11

6:52 am-9:14 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$283

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Tue 6/24

10:10 pm-10:23 am

1 stop11h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/9

3:47 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

$319

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Fri 5/16

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/30

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$326

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

1:10 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/3

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$339

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/30

1:34 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/30

1:12 pm-11:20 am

1 stop23h 08m

$349

OntarioSan Salvador

ONT - SAL

ONTSAL

Ontario

Tue 4/29

11:25 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop4h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/8

5:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$357

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

2:02 am-8:23 pm

1 stop17h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/30

8:30 am-11:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$367

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:05 am-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/29

5:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$371

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Best time to book a flight from California to San Salvador

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from California to San 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 CA to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to San Salvador. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from California to San Salvador, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San 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 March 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SAL are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Salvador by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San 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 San Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Salvador by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San 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 San Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San 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 San Salvador. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to San Salvador, such as Delta, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to San 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 into for flights to San Salvador from California?

    For a flight from California to San Salvador, you will be flying into El Salvador Intl. San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is just 20.5 mi from the center of the city.

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

    This flight path from California to San Salvador El Salvador Intl was viewed by 1,479 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $121 on Volaris El Salvador. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $141 and United Airlines from $149 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to San Salvador?

    When deciding which route to take from California to San Salvador consider Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl, Ontario - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to San Salvador are EVA Air (94%), Air Canada (93%) and Avianca (93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to San Salvador? While on average our users pay $760, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), is priced around $228.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from California to San 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 10 airlines flying from California to San Salvador

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to San 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$82Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$136Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$184Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$192Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$226Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$504Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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