Travelling from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
4 hours 55 minutes is the average travel time for a direct New York to El Salvador International Airport flight.
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind New York.
With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) is the most popular route. AVIANCA operates the earliest flight at 1:40am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from JFK to SAL is with AVIANCA at 6:55am.
Your flight from New York to SAL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) can be booked from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from New York to El Salvador International Airport with AVIANCA. This top carrier operates services from JFK.
AVIANCA is the airline most travellers choose for flights from JFK to SAL.
AVIANCA is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from New York to SAL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between JFK and SAL include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP)
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to El Salvador International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) plane ticket with departures from here.
Get on your direct flight from New York to SAL with United Airlines. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of EWR.
On the EWR to SAL route, United Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
United Airlines is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and El Salvador International Airport.
Split up your flight from New York to El Salvador International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and SAL include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your New York to SAL flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Lock in a plane ticket from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between LGA and SAL are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to El Salvador International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to El Salvador International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SAL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Salvador International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Fox - Rent A Car or Europcar and explore beyond San Salvador's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to El Salvador International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to El Salvador International Airport is R 1,116. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,110. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from New York to SAL by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
January is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a New York to El Salvador International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to San Salvador. August is when most people book flights from New York to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your New York to SAL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in San Salvador, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to El Salvador International Airport in January when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about San Salvador
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Salvador right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from New York to El Salvador International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Volcan San Salvador, Centro Histórico de San Salvador and Museo Nacional de Antropologia are essential stops on your San Salvador itinerary.
Explore more of El Salvador
San Salvador will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of El Salvador you should also see. About 129 kilometres east of San Salvador, a trip to La Union will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Parque Central, Familia Park and Monumento al Soldado.
San Rafael Oriente is another standout destination in El Salvador and is around 80 kilometres east of San Salvador. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza del Barrio la Merced, Municipal Park and Infantil De San José Park.
