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$80+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Salvador (SAL)

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 3/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAL
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San José to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 March 26, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$151
(Avianca)

One-way from

$80
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$190

Good round-trip deal

$190 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/294:40 pmSJO - SAL
1 stop4h 25mAvianca
Mon 3/315:45 pmSAL - SJO
1 stop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/24$151
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/21:08 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 7/911:08 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/24$160
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/64:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/127:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$177
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/255:21 pmSJO - SAL
1 stop6h 20mCopa Airlines
Tue 4/11:42 pmSAL - SJO
1 stop5h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/25$204

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to San Salvador that are best for you.

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San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

4:50 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/30

5:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$152

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/2

1:08 pm-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/9

11:08 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$160

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/6

4:17 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 7/12

7:05 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$177

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

5:52 pm-9:18 am

1 stop15h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/9

8:30 am-6:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$204

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/30

11:15 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$80

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

5:30 am-2:36 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$91

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/9

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$103

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

3:05 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$120

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

9:14 am-11:36 pm

3 stops14h 22m

$172

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/12

12:23 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$223

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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 José to San Salvador in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 José, San José Province-San Salvador flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-San Salvador flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-San Salvador flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-San Salvador 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 José, San José Province-San Salvador flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to San Salvador

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador?

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

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province 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 San José, San José Province to San Salvador?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José, San José Province to San Salvador at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to San Salvador?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to San Salvador, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,298 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,878 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 airports do I use to fly from San José to San Salvador?

    If you book a flight from San José to San Salvador, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl to El Salvador Intl. Flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) take 1h 15m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to San Salvador flight route?

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl have been viewed 15 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to San Salvador round-trip?

    According to our current data, Avianca ($151), Volaris El Salvador ($161), and Copa Airlines ($204) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to San Salvador. Avianca is 18% 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 José, San José Province to San Salvador one-way?

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris El Salvador. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Avianca and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $120 and $172, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to San Salvador?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to San Salvador are Air Canada (98%), Avianca Costa Rica (96%) and Avianca (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to San Salvador?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador is generally $289, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $100. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), you can expect to pay $162 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José, San José Province to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 4 airlines flying from San José to San Salvador

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$118Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$137Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$157Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$169Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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