Cheap Flights from Los Angeles International to San Salvador

Return selected
Return selected
origin
Enter the city you're flying from, or choose from the options below
Include nearby airports
    selected
    destination
    . Enter your destination, or choose from the options below
    Include nearby airports
      selected
      Travellers and cabin class, 1 Adult, Economy
      Avianca El Salvador
      Avianca
      Air Canada
      EVA Air
      ANA (All Nippon Airways)
      Volaris El Salvador

      Compare Los Angeles International to San Salvador flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to San Salvador

      Book the best San Salvador fare with no extra fees

      Flight deals from Los Angeles International to San Salvador

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,647. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Los Angeles International to San Salvador found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to San Salvador

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to San Salvador flights are currently cheapest in March.

      Direct flights from Los Angeles International to San Salvador

      Air Canada
      ANA (All Nippon Airways)
      Avianca
      Avianca El Salvador
      EVA Air
      United
      Volaris El Salvador

      Los Angeles International to San Salvador: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Los Angeles International to San Salvador below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Salvador.

      Los Angeles to San Salvador: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 2,770
      Cheapest month to flyMarch
      Average flight time4 hrs, 58 mins
      Most popular airlineAvianca El Salvador
      Average flights per week157

      Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to San Salvador: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to San Salvador is R 5,707. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      4 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to San Salvador.
      Avianca El Salvador, Avianca and Air Canada fly direct from Los Angeles International to San Salvador.
      As of September 2026, there are 157 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to San Salvador.
      The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to San Salvador is usually February.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport on Monday, 1 February 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 58 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Salvador but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Salvador is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Volaris El Salvador offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Salvador.

      Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Salvador Airport (SAL): what you need to know

      • Take a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.

      • San Salvador is two hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC-6 timezone.

      • Every week, there are 38 Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, pick the 00:30 AVIANCA flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with AVIANCA.

      • To ensure you catch your LAX to SAL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

      • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

      • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport. When you're ready to start your San Salvador holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of El Salvador:

      • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Avianca.

      • Avianca is the most punctual carrier operating LAX to SAL flights. An exceptional 83.41% of its services on this route land on time.

      • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and SAL:

        • Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport

        • San Francisco International Airport

        • Guatemala City Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Salvador Airport (SAL)

      • R 2,770 is the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,707. These fares can change depending on availability.

      • To score cheap tickets from LAX to SAL, reserve your trip three months before your planned departure.

      • August is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

      • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to SAL.

      • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

      Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

      • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

      • 80% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LAX.

      • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.

      • Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:

      Arriving at San Salvador Airport (SAL)

      Getting from San Salvador Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador

      • San Salvador Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of San Salvador. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.

      • It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.

      When to fly to San Salvador Airport (SAL)

      • July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to San Salvador in March.

      • The warmest month in San Salvador is March, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Salvador Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

      • Look for cheap tickets from LAX to SAL in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

      Explore more of El Salvador

      • San Salvador has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of El Salvador just waiting to be explored. About 8 kilometres north-east of San Salvador, a visit to Soyapango will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Teleferico San Jacinto, Chantecuán Ecological Park and Aviation Museum.

      • If you're looking to explore another great destination in El Salvador, head for Santa Ana, roughly 48 kilometres north-west of San Salvador. Parque Nacional El Imposible, Santa Ana Cathedral and San Jorge Ecological Park are among the biggest draws.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.