San Salvador

$105+ Cheap flights from Houston to San Salvador (SAL)

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HOU — SAL
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San Salvador (SAL). 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 April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$105
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$282
From Houston to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
One-way flight from Houston to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Houston to San Salvador

Cheapest flights from Houston to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

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.
Thu 9/112:50 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 9/169:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/31$196
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.
Mon 4/144:35 pmIAH - SAL
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/1912:50 amSAL - IAH
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$249
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 9/15:40 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/99:23 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$263
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/411:56 amIAH - SAL
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/66:00 amSAL - IAH
1 stop15h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$269
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Wed 4/232:05 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Mon 4/2812:05 pmSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$280
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/85:00 amHOU - SAL
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/151:11 pmSAL - HOU
2 stops19h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$283
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/279:55 pmIAH - SAL
Nonstop3h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/171:15 amSAL - IAH
Nonstop3h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/124:33 pmIAH - SAL
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Sat 4/1912:07 amSAL - IAH
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$326
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:00 amIAH - SAL
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Tue 4/81:59 pmSAL - IAH
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 3/31$337
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:00 amHOU - SAL
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Tue 4/81:59 pmSAL - HOU
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/31$433
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/104:43 pmHOU - SAL
2 stops32h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1212:50 amSAL - HOU
2 stops30h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$528

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to San Salvador that are best for you.

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HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

2:50 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/20

9:10 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$240

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/14

4:35 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 4/19

12:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop8h 15m

$249

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/8

2:50 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/14

12:50 am-9:56 am

1 stop8h 06m

$265

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/4

11:56 am-6:54 pm

1 stop7h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-10:17 pm

1 stop15h 17m

$269

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

2:05 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/28

12:05 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$280

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/27

9:55 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/17

1:15 am-5:20 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$289

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/2

8:16 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops16h 53m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 6/10

12:30 pm-8:26 am

2 stops18h 56m

$308

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/12

4:33 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 4/19

12:07 am-9:49 am

1 stop8h 42m

$326

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/4

7:05 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/9

1:59 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 06m

$337

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/4

1:05 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$654

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

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


Business class offers lie-flat seats and luxury amenities on long-haul flights.

United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only, no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Polaris passengers enjoy lie-flat seats and access to exclusive Polaris Lounges with dining options.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to San Salvador

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to San Salvador. 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 Houston to San Salvador?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 April 1, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Houston to San Salvador by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

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 April 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Houston to San Salvador, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Houston 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 Houston?

    For a flight from Houston 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. El Salvador Intl is the only San Salvador airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. 7 airlines have flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl from Houston on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $240, Volaris El Salvador will fly you from Houston to San Salvador and back. In addition to Volaris El Salvador, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $249 and $269, respectively. Volaris El Salvador is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris El Salvador, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $105. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to San Salvador for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Houston 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 7 airlines flying from Houston to San Salvador

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$90Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$111Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$167Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$328Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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