On this page, you can find and purchase flights from Managua to San Salvador. A short flight connects these two capitals, separated by a distance of just 368 kilometers, with approximately 6 flights per week operating on this route.
Regular service is provided by Iberia and Avianca. Ticket prices are dynamic; therefore, we recommend using the price chart to find the best deals and checking out information on how to get to Managua airport and how to get from the airport to San Salvador.
The table shows direct flights Managua → San Salvador on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 55 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca and Iberia. Departures from Augusto C Sandino International Airport airports, arrivals at El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Managua — San Salvador by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,137 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,380 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Managua → San Salvador, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,765 | medium | May | AED 1,620 | low | Sep | AED 1,575 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,715 | medium | Jun | AED 1,670 | medium | Oct | AED 1,595 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,810 | high | Jul | AED 1,860 | high | Nov | AED 1,715 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,810 | high | Aug | AED 1,810 | high | Dec | AED 1,906 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in San Salvador is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year, peaking in March (around 33.2°C). The rainiest periods are June and September, when rainfall exceeds 300 mm, which may affect the comfort of your trip.
From a savings perspective, the most budget-friendly month for flying is October, with ticket prices starting AED 1,137. Prices usually peak in January, when the minimum fare for the route starts AED 1,380.
February is the best time for a trip: it is one of the driest months with moderate ticket prices. If flight schedules are a priority for you, it is worth avoiding the period from May to October due to the peak of the tropical rainy season.
On the Managua — San Salvador route, two airlines operate regular flights, the main ones being Avianca and Iberia. Direct service is available approximately 6 times a week, ensuring the fastest travel between Nicaragua and El Salvador. Detailed information on departure days and specific flights for each carrier is provided in the list below.
Flights Managua — San Salvador depart from Augusto C Sandino International Airport and arrive at El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 368 km, so the flight time for a direct journey usually does not exceed 50–60 minutes.
Regular flights between the cities are provided by Iberia and Avianca.
All flights from Managua land at San Salvador International Airport (SAL), which is the country's main aviation hub.
The lowest fares are often recorded in October—starting from 22,666 ₽. You can always check the latest offers for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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