Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is one hour behind San Salvador.
Flights from SAL to LAX start from 02:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 18:55 with AVIANCA. Overall, there are 65 weekly El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
Your SAL to LAX flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can travel nonstop to Los Angeles, United States. Take to the skies with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport:
AVIANCA is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
United Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SAL to LAX flights, with 95.08% of services arriving on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAL and LAX:
La Aurora International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Benito Juarez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, R 2,544 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,738. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from SAL to LAX, book your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from SAL to LAX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84.27% of flights that take off from SAL arrive at their destination on time.
To get to El Salvador International Airport from central San Salvador, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near SAL? If you're catching an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're landing on a late El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Los Angeles. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAL to LAX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
