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Cheap flights from San Salvador to San José from C$ 232

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SJO
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 June 2026.

Sat 13/61:58 p.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop17h 11m
Copa Airlines
Sat 20/612:08 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop8h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 455
Tue 16/68:29 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop8h 22m
Copa Airlines
Sun 21/62:59 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop21h 43m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/6C$ 462
Mon 24/810:10 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 20m
Avianca
Tue 25/85:05 a.m.
SJO
-
SAL
Nonstop1h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/6C$ 467
Mon 9/1110:25 p.m.
SAL
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Mon 16/117:50 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/6C$ 469
Fri 27/117:24 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 18m
Copa Airlines
Mon 30/115:55 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop18h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/6C$ 470
Mon 22/64:53 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop9h 11m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/72:49 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop8h 48m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/6C$ 479
Tue 4/84:54 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop13h 30m
Copa Airlines
Fri 7/84:08 a.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop8h 31m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/6C$ 487
Wed 10/64:53 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 13m
Copa Airlines
Sat 13/66:19 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop5h 18m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 506
Tue 4/84:54 a.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 25m
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/86:17 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop5h 17m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/6C$ 508
Thu 11/61:58 p.m.
SAL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Copa Airlines
Sun 14/62:59 p.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop5h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 509
Thu 25/610:25 p.m.
SAL
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Sat 27/61:40 a.m.
SJO
-
SAL
1 stop9h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 1/6C$ 515

Find flight deals from San Salvador to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to San José (SJO). 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 6 June 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 455

One-way from

C$ 232

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 284
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 11/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 30m total
  • San Salvador to San José
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Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 20/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 22m total
  • San Salvador to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 8/11

4:59 a.m.-1:42 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/11

3:59 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop19h 36m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 18/11

4:59 a.m.-4:49 p.m.

1 stop11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/11

8:44 a.m.-8:34 p.m.

1 stop11h 50m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 17/6

8:29 a.m.-6:26 p.m.

1 stop9h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 21/6

8:14 a.m.-12:42 p.m.

1 stop4h 28m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 18/9

1:59 p.m.-8:19 a.m.

1 stop18h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/10

12:05 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop11h 30m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/8

1:59 p.m.-8:19 a.m.

1 stop18h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 15/8

5:45 a.m.-8:31 p.m.

1 stop14h 46m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 19/6

4:53 a.m.-11:06 a.m.

1 stop6h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 21/6

8:14 a.m.-12:42 p.m.

1 stop4h 28m

C$ 455
Quickest round-trip

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 16/9

8:30 a.m.-1:51 p.m.

1 stop5h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 21/9

6:17 p.m.-11:34 p.m.

1 stop5h 17m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 23/7

4:54 a.m.-1:54 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/7

5:55 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop5h 42m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 24/6

4:53 a.m.-12:21 p.m.

1 stop7h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/7

6:17 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

C$ 455

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 13/11

4:59 a.m.-6:59 p.m.

1 stop14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/11

8:44 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop14h 51m

C$ 455

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

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

The best time to book flights from San Salvador to San José is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San José (average of C$ 234). Flying from San Salvador to San José in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 356). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 June 2026.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated 6 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Avianca from San Salvador to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,531 reviews
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Crew

7.2

Overall

6.5

Entertainment

5.3

Food

5.0

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ronald,Jun 2026

UIO - JFK

It was fine. I switched seats so a couple could sit together but I didn't realize I was going from an aisle seat to the middle. If I had known I wouldn't have done it, and the FA didn't make it clear. People can be apart for 6 hours, it won't kill them.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,531 reviews
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.2

Overall

6.5

Entertainment

5.3

Food

5.0

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ronald,Jun 2026

UIO - JFK

It was fine. I switched seats so a couple could sit together but I didn't realize I was going from an aisle seat to the middle. If I had known I wouldn't have done it, and the FA didn't make it clear. People can be apart for 6 hours, it won't kill them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to San José. 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 San José?

    You will need to book a flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl if you want to fly from San Salvador to San José. At least 1 airline has flights from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to San José 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 SJO to be around 5h 35m.

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

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

  • How long is the flight from San Salvador to San José?

    For as low as C$ 455, Copa Airlines can have you in San José from San Salvador in 8h 43m. The distance between San Salvador and San José is about 652 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Salvador to San José round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to San José is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 284 on this airline. Avianca is 1% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to San José from San Salvador, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Volaris El Salvador (100%), Volaris Costa Rica (100%), Avianca( 97%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San José (average of C$ 234). Flying from San Salvador to San José in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 356). 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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AviancaCheapestC$ 284AverageC$ 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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