Flying from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): What you need to know
Orlando's main base, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport (SAL).
Take a direct Orlando to El Salvador International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 5 minutes.
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Orlando.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services every week. You can travel from MCO to SAL on AVIANCA's 2:35pm departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Orlando to SAL.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Take the express route from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Nonstop flights from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) can be booked from here.
When taking off from MCO, you can catch a direct flight from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport with AVIANCA.
AVIANCA sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MCO to SAL.
With an impressive 81.48% of services arriving as planned, AVIANCA is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Orlando to SAL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
MCO is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Orlando International Airport:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Orlando to SAL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69.11%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Have a late flight from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near SAL and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Grab an El Salvador International Airport rental car and discover San Salvador and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Fox - Rent A Car and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Orlando to El Salvador International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
R 1,237 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport. Return flights start at R 3,333. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Orlando to SAL.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Orlando to El Salvador International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport.
The best time to fly from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to San Salvador based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Orlando to SAL plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Salvador to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport in January when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about San Salvador
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to El Salvador International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Salvador:
Your San Salvador visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that should be on your list include Volcan San Salvador, Centro Histórico de San Salvador and Museo Nacional de Antropologia.
Explore more of El Salvador
San Salvador has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of El Salvador you should also see. About 129 kilometres east of San Salvador, a visit to La Union will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Parque Central, Familia Park and Monumento al Soldado.
If there's time to check out another corner of El Salvador, consider San Rafael Oriente, roughly 80 kilometres east of San Salvador. Plaza del Barrio la Merced, Municipal Park and Infantil De San José Park are key highlights.
