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Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Salvador from C$ 303

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAL
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 526

One-way from

C$ 303

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 668
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 31/10-6/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 20m total
  • San Francisco to San Salvador
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 17m total
  • San Francisco to San Salvador
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 263 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (C$ 71 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2025.

Fri 31/101:36 a.m.SFO - SAL
1 stop21h 03mCopa Airlines
Thu 6/115:00 a.m.SAL - SFO
1 stop20h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 526
Thu 9/102:20 p.m.SFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Mon 20/107:30 a.m.SAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 30/7C$ 536
Thu 9/1012:27 p.m.SFO - SAL
1 stop22h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 20/102:11 p.m.SAL - SFO
1 stop19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 596
Thu 9/109:25 a.m.SFO - SAL
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/107:30 a.m.SAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7C$ 660
Sat 11/1012:43 a.m.SFO - SAL
1 stop10h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/106:00 a.m.SAL - SFO
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 678
Mon 8/93:37 p.m.SFO - SAL
1 stop19h 50mDelta
Mon 15/91:37 p.m.SAL - SFO
1 stop10h 04mDelta
Deal found 30/7C$ 739

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
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San Francisco

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San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fri 31/10

1:36 a.m.-11:39 p.m.

1 stop21h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/11

5:00 a.m.-11:17 p.m.

1 stop20h 17m

C$ 526

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

2:20 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 20/10

7:30 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

Nonstop6h 05m

C$ 536

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:27 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

1 stop22h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 20/10

2:11 p.m.-8:45 a.m.

1 stop19h 34m

C$ 596

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

9:25 a.m.-7:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 20/10

7:30 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

Nonstop6h 05m

C$ 660

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 11/10

12:43 a.m.-12:06 p.m.

1 stop10h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 25/10

6:00 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

C$ 678

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 8/9

3:37 p.m.-12:27 p.m.

1 stop19h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 15/9

1:37 p.m.-10:41 p.m.

1 stop10h 04m

C$ 739

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fri 12/9

5:00 a.m.-8:17 p.m.

1 stop14h 17m

C$ 303

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fri 26/9

12:43 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

2 stops19h 22m

C$ 736

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 15/12

9:30 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop13h 35m

C$ 1,187

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

1:30 a.m.-12:42 p.m.

1 stop10h 12m

C$ 1,283

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to San Salvador, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San Salvador (average of C$ 449). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 1 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to San Salvador at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 1 August 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SAL are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 1 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to San Salvador. 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
7,981 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,933 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,981 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 San Francisco 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 Francisco to San Salvador?

    If you wish to fly to San Salvador from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl. There are 3 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to El Salvador Intl (SAL) per day to choose from. Flights to San Salvador from San Francisco are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 9h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl typically takes.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl have been viewed 7 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 526, Copa Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to San Salvador and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avianca and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 536 and C$ 596, respectively. Users have found that Copa Airlines is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 303. Delta flights start at C$ 1,187 while deals on Copa Airlines start at C$ 1,283 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to San Salvador are Avianca (85%), Avianca (85%) and EVA Air (78%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to San Salvador.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San Salvador (average of C$ 449). Flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco to San Salvador

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AviancaCheapestC$ 511AverageC$ 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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