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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £326. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Salvador.£99 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.
San Salvador.£116 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.
San Salvador.£142 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £142, select.
San Salvador.£143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
San Salvador.£143 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
San Salvador.£146 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £146, select.
San Salvador.£151 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £151, select.
San Salvador.£160 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £160, select.
San Salvador.£184 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £184, select.
San Salvador.£185 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £185, select.
San Salvador.£188 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £188, select.
San Salvador.£214 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £214, select.
San Salvador.£222 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £222, select.
San Salvador.£233 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £233, select.
San Salvador.£241 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Volaris El Salvador.Outbound direct flight with Volaris El Salvador departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £241, select.
San Salvador.£251 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From £251, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to San Salvador flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from £214
Jun
from £188
Jul
from £160
Aug
from £142
Sep
from £99
Oct
from £116
Nov
from £146
Dec
from £184
Jan
from £233
Feb
from £143
Mar
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Apr
from £251

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Los Angeles to San Salvador: Alternative routes

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Los Angeles to San Salvador: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£99
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week208

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador is £261. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to San Salvador.
Air Canada, Avianca and Avianca El Salvador fly direct from Los Angeles to San Salvador.
As of May 2026, there are 104 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador Airport on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Salvador but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Salvador is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): What you need to know

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is Los Angeles's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) jetting off from here.

  • 4 hours 55 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in San Salvador is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Los Angeles. El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador.

  • The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), with 38 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from LAX to SAL is the 12:30am AVIANCA service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 11:55pm with AVIANCA.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to SAL.

  • December is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Go straight to your destination from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) are available from here.

  • At LAX, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport, such as:

  • Most travellers prefer to fly with Avianca from LAX to SAL.

  • Avianca is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to SAL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:

    • Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kms (18 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

  • 81% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LAX.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 29 kms (18 miles) or so.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to SAL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:

About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador

  • El Salvador International Airport is around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of San Salvador. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport is £99. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £261. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap flights from Los Angeles to SAL, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Los Angeles to SAL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

  • October is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), while December is the most popular. Find the best time to go to San Salvador based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Los Angeles to SAL plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Salvador to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport in January when temperatures are between 18ºC and 30ºC.

More about San Salvador

  • After booking your flight from Los Angeles to El Salvador International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Salvador:

  • There are loads of fantastic things to do in San Salvador when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Volcan San Salvador followed by Centro Histórico de San Salvador and Museo Nacional de Antropologia.

Explore more of El Salvador

  • La Union is just one of the many cities in El Salvador waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Salvador. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the east, well-known attractions include Parque Central, Familia Park and Monumento al Soldado.

  • San Rafael Oriente is another favourite destination in El Salvador and is around 80 kms (50 miles) east of San Salvador. No trip is complete without visiting Plaza del Barrio la Merced, Municipal Park and Infantil De San José Park.

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