Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to Houston.
San Salvador (the location of El Salvador International Airport) and Houston follow the same timezone — UTC-6.
The most popular flight route is from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). There are 38 services between these airports every week.
Leave enough time to catch your SAL to Houston flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your trip at SAL and travel nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for El Salvador International Airport to Houston tickets.
These are some of the well-known airlines offering direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to Houston:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SAL to Houston with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Located around 32 kilometres from central San Salvador, SAL can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SAL? If you're catching an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Houston, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
88% of flights departing from El Salvador International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SAL.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Houston
R 2,324 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 4,718. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from SAL to Houston by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap El Salvador International Airport to Houston tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Snapping up a cheap flight from SAL to Houston is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Houston.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Reserving your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SAL to Houston can help you secure the lowest rate.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Houston has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HOU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SAL to Houston flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Houston Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month to travel to Houston. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Lock in a El Salvador International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SAL to Houston around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Houston, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are leading attractions which should be on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Dallas is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without a visit to Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
