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Cheap flights from San José to San Salvador from C$ 266

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAL
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 266

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 246

Good round-trip deal

C$ 585 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 257 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 17/12-18/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 05m total
  • San José to San Salvador
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 17 September 2025.

Wed 17/124:30 p.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Thu 18/127:30 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop6h 40mAvianca
Deal found 16/9C$ 266
Fri 3/104:17 p.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 5/105:30 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 16/9C$ 275
Tue 16/98:00 p.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/95:30 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9C$ 281
Tue 16/98:00 p.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Mon 22/95:35 p.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Deal found 15/9C$ 285
Wed 17/97:45 p.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Fri 17/1010:05 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Deal found 17/9C$ 286
Sat 20/94:20 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop4h 45mAvianca
Mon 22/95:45 p.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 15/9C$ 292
Mon 8/125:15 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop3h 15mAvianca
Mon 15/125:35 p.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 16/9C$ 305

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

5:15 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

1 stop3h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 15/12

5:35 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 305

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/11

10:08 a.m.-8:40 p.m.

1 stop10h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/11

8:33 a.m.-4:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 07m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

4:09 a.m.-12:43 p.m.

1 stop8h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 15/2

5:02 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 58m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/10

2:54 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 17/10

5:05 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop4h 53m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/11

6:07 p.m.-11:39 p.m.

1 stop5h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 9/11

5:00 a.m.-9:59 a.m.

1 stop4h 59m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 15/11

11:00 a.m.-11:39 p.m.

1 stop12h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 20/11

7:30 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop6h 23m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/2

5:50 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop14h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 14/2

5:02 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 58m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 20/11

10:08 a.m.-8:40 p.m.

1 stop10h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 24/11

7:30 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop6h 23m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 21/10

6:10 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop5h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 24/10

5:05 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop4h 53m

C$ 315

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

9:17 a.m.-11:37 p.m.

3 stops14h 20m

C$ 268

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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 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 C$ 449). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 915). 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 17 September 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 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 17 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to San Salvador, such as Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
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Comfort

6.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.1

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.2

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOG - LPB

no meals provided. Staff was nice. no entertainment behind seats
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.1

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.2

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOG - LPB

no meals provided. Staff was nice. no entertainment behind seats

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to San Salvador?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Salvador from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to El Salvador Intl (SAL) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to San Salvador from 1 airline. 1h 19m is how long a flight from San José to San Salvador El Salvador Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl was viewed by 65 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 José, San José Province to San Salvador?

    Departing from San José, San José Province to San Salvador will take you 3h 15m. San José, San José Province and San Salvador are separated by a distance of 652 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 209, Avianca will fly you from San José, San José Province to San Salvador and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Avianca is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San José, San José Province to San Salvador on time: Air Canada (100%), Volaris Costa Rica (99%), Iberia (94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 466 for a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 146 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl) is currently priced at C$ 290.

  • 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 C$ 449). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 915). 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 airline flying from San José to San Salvador

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AviancaCheapestC$ 209AverageC$ 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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