On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Los Angeles to San Salvador. The flight distance is 3,694 km, with a regular frequency of 37 flights per week.
Flights are operated by trusted airlines, including United Airlines and Avianca. Ticket prices depend on the season and demand, so to find the best deals, use our low-fare calendar and check out information on how to get to the departure airport and travel from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights Los Angeles → San Salvador on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 58 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca, Volaris El Salvador, United Airlines and Volaris. Departures from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport airports, arrivals at El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Los Angeles — San Salvador by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 380 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,643 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Los Angeles → San Salvador, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,239 | high | May | AED 1,018 | low | Sep | AED 973 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,150 | medium | Jun | AED 1,150 | medium | Oct | AED 995 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,283 | high | Jul | AED 1,305 | high | Nov | AED 1,128 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,261 | high | Aug | AED 1,172 | medium | Dec | AED 1,349 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In San Salvador, temperatures remain stable throughout the year, though the hottest month is March, with highs reaching 33.2°C. The period from June to October is characterized by heavy rainfall, peaking in June (351.21 mm) with up to 28 rainy days.
For budget travelers, August is the most cost-effective month to fly, with prices starting AED 556. The peak ticket cost occurs in May, when the minimum fare increases to AED 1,271.
The best time to visit is considered to be February: it's the dry season with comfortable temperatures and moderate prices starting AED 704. It is recommended to avoid September and October due to the high likelihood of prolonged tropical downpours.
There are 7 airlines operating on this route, with Avianca and United Airlines leading in terms of flight frequency. Direct flights and connecting options ensure steady service with approximately 37 flights per week. A full schedule and details for each carrier are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Los Angeles — San Salvador depart from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport and arrive at El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 3,694 km. The average travel time for a direct flight is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.
Carriers such as Avianca, United Airlines, and Volaris operate on this route. In total, 7 airlines offer flights.
Flights arrive at Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez International Airport (SAL), which is the main air gateway to the country.
Airfares are dynamic and depend on the season. You can check the current minimum prices for your dates using the low-fare calendar and the price trend chart on this page.
The lowest prices are usually available when booking in advance or for low-demand months, such as August or September.
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