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Cheap flights from San José to San Salvador from C$ 256

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday 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 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 256

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 263
Volaris El Salvador
  • Volaris El Salvador
  • 23/4-14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 33m total
  • San José to San Salvador
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 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 January 2025.

Wed 23/49:51 a.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 17mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 14/57:36 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 16mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 16/1C$ 256
Wed 23/44:50 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop4h 15mAvianca
Wed 14/510:05 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Deal found 16/1C$ 266
Mon 17/22:28 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop5h 55mCopa Airlines
Tue 25/25:01 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop5h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 267
Tue 22/41:55 a.m.SJO - SAL
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/57:36 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 641
Thu 13/21:08 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop24h 26mAeromexico
Thu 20/22:37 p.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop8h 59mAeromexico
Deal found 16/1C$ 795
Fri 9/57:55 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop12h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/52:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,421

Find flights from San José to San Salvador within your budget

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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/4

4:50 p.m.-9:05 p.m.

1 stop4h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 14/5

10:05 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

C$ 266

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/2

2:28 p.m.-8:23 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 25/2

5:01 a.m.-10:01 a.m.

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 267

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 22/4

1:55 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

2 stops19h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 14/5

7:36 a.m.-8:52 a.m.

Nonstop1h 16m

C$ 641

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 13/2

1:08 p.m.-1:34 p.m.

1 stop24h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 20/2

2:37 p.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop8h 59m

C$ 795

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

7:55 a.m.-8:17 p.m.

1 stop12h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 15/5

2:00 a.m.-5:30 a.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 1,421

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/2

9:14 a.m.-10:10 p.m.

3 stops12h 56m

C$ 277

San JoséSan Salvador

SJO - SAL

SJOSAL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/2

12:35 p.m.-9:19 p.m.

1 stop8h 44m

C$ 1,467

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Deals found on 16/1

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Travel insights for flights from San José to San Salvador

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to San Salvador including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 January 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 87 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 January 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 in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from San José 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from SJO to SAL are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 - 330.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San Salvador when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 C).

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 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to San Salvador, such as Aeromexico and Copa Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.7
Good
1,658 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

6.9
Okay
2,573 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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?

    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 4 daily flights to San Salvador from 1 airline. 1h 23m 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?

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

    Currently priced at C$ 256, Volaris El Salvador will fly you from San José, San José Province 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 Avianca and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 266 and C$ 267, respectively. Volaris El Salvador is priced at 2% 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%), Avianca Costa Rica (88%), Avianca (87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 465 for a flight from San José, San José Province to San Salvador. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 196 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl) is currently priced at C$ 322.

  • 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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AviancaCheapestC$ 208AverageC$ 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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