On this page, you can find and purchase airline tickets from San Jose to San Salvador. This 697 km route is a popular destination in Central America, with about 36 flights per week.
Regular service is provided by airlines like Avianca, Volaris Costa Rica, and Iberia. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so use the price dynamic chart to find the best deal, and check out information on how to get to the departure airport and how to book a transfer in San Salvador.
The table shows direct flights San José → San Salvador on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca, Volaris El Salvador, Volaris Costa Rica and Iberia. Departures from Juan Santamaria 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 San José — San Salvador by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $96 in e, and the most expensive are around $229 in n. 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.
San José → San Salvador, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $205 | low | May | $492 | high | Sep | $259 | low |
| Feb | $287 | medium | Jun | $355 | medium | Oct | $246 | low |
| Mar | $287 | medium | Jul | $382 | high | Nov | $273 | medium |
| Apr | $287 | medium | Aug | $328 | medium | Dec | $355 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in San Salvador is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The hottest month is March, with an average high of 33.2°C, while the wettest is June, with over 350 mm of rainfall.
In terms of savings, the cheapest month to fly is October, with prices starting $96. Peak prices are recorded in March, when ticket costs rise and start $229.
December is considered the best time for a trip: the weather is dry during this period, and flight costs remain moderate compared to the New Year and spring peaks.
There are 4 airlines operating on this route, with Avianca and Volaris Costa Rica being the leaders in flight frequency. Most flights are direct, ensuring a quick connection between the capitals. You will find a detailed schedule, flight days, and fare conditions for each airline in the interactive list below.
Flights San José — San Salvador depart from Juan Santamaria 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 about 697 km. The travel time on a direct flight is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Regular flights are operated by Avianca, Volaris Costa Rica, Iberia, and Aerolineas Mas. In total, there are about 36 flights per week.
Yes, there is a direct air link between the capitals of Costa Rica and El Salvador, and most carriers offer non-stop flights.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on demand. You can always check the current minimum prices for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights arrive at San Salvador International Airport (SAL), located approximately 40 minutes from the city center.
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