Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to London: what you need to know
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is six hours ahead of San Salvador.
To avoid missing your SAL to London flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SAL to London with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
To get to SAL from central San Salvador, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near SAL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to London or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
El Salvador International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 84.27% of flights that depart SAL arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to London flight is R 4,542. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,043. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from SAL to London, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for an El Salvador International Airport to London ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SAL to London by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to London by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and find adventure across London and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SAL to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from El Salvador International Airport to London has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can expect the journey to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SAL to London flight:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can help you lock in a better rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from El Salvador International Airport to London.
Public transport will take you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by staying at a hotel near STN after your SAL to London flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
If you're after a specific model or make, book your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from El Salvador International Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to London
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from El Salvador International Airport to London. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to London in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your El Salvador International Airport to London flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SAL to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from El Salvador International Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.
