Travelling from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in San Salvador is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Sao Paulo. El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to SAL.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SAL with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GRU and SAL include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can get to CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to SAL flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.8%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Viracopos Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At VCP, that figure is 75.02%.
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SAL and hit the pillow fast:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an El Salvador International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Fox - Rent A Car or Europcar and explore beyond San Salvador's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Right now, R 4,098 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,658. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SAL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL). Visit San Salvador in February for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to SAL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in San Salvador, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Salvador
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Salvador:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Volcan San Salvador, Centro Histórico de San Salvador and Museo Nacional de Antropologia are must-visits when exploring San Salvador.
Explore more of El Salvador
You've seen San Salvador, now it's time to explore other corners of El Salvador. Travel about 129 kilometres east to La Union to tick off its leading attractions. From Parque Central to Familia Park and Monumento al Soldado, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in El Salvador, head for 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 reasons to visit.
