Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to San Salvador Airport (SAL): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport.
Chicago and San Salvador are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to SAL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Avianca is your gateway to discovering San Salvador (and maybe even some other great corners of El Salvador!). Check out the direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport offered by this airline.
Avianca is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating ORD to SAL flights, Avianca has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ORD and SAL:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Cancun Airport
Guatemala City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to San Salvador Airport (SAL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport flight is R 3,661. A return fare right now is R 7,474. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to SAL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from ORD to SAL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Salvador Airport (SAL)
If you're landing on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SAL:
Follow your own route with a San Salvador Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Fox - Rent A Car or Europcar and chase adventure across San Salvador and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from San Salvador Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from San Salvador Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador
San Salvador Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of San Salvador. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to San Salvador Airport (SAL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Salvador. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Salvador Airport for March if you want to go to San Salvador during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD 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 you'll want to see. About 8 kilometres north-east of San Salvador, a visit to Soyapango will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Teleferico San Jacinto, Chantecuán Ecological Park and Aviation Museum.
Santa Ana is another favourite destination in El Salvador and is around 48 kilometres north-west of San Salvador. No trip is complete without dropping by Parque Nacional El Imposible, Santa Ana Cathedral and San Jorge Ecological Park.
