Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Oaxaca's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as San Salvador.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SAL to OAX flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SAL and OAX:
Benito Juarez International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
Currently, R 3,347 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,118. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAL to OAX if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from SAL to OAX is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport.
Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.27% of flights that take off from SAL land on time.
Central San Salvador to El Salvador International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SAL:
Arriving at Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
If you're landing on a late El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near OAX:
Grab a Xoxocotlan Airport rental car and explore Oaxaca and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Economy and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Xoxocotlan Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Xoxocotlan Airport to the centre of Oaxaca has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
March is the busiest month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Oaxaca in April.
Lock in your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport for April if you'd like to visit Oaxaca during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SAL to OAX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Oaxaca. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca. No trip is complete without a visit to Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
