This page displays flight options from San Salvador to Quito. The 1,940 km journey is served approximately 5 times a week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time for your trip to Ecuador.
The main carrier on this route is AV. Find out how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to the center of Quito, and use the price calendar to search for the most favorable fares.
The table shows direct flights San Salvador → Quito on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 34 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca. Departures from El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango airports, arrivals at Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
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 Salvador — Quito by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 704 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 881 in a. 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 Salvador → Quito, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,404 | high | May | AED 1,053 | low | Sep | AED 1,003 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,153 | medium | Jun | AED 1,354 | high | Oct | AED 1,028 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,204 | medium | Jul | AED 1,404 | high | Nov | AED 1,178 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,153 | medium | Aug | AED 1,204 | medium | Dec | AED 1,454 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Quito is relatively stable; however, the highest average temperatures of up to 18.7°C are observed in May. January is considered the rainiest period, when precipitation reaches its annual peak.
The most budget-friendly month to fly is September, with prices starting AED 704. Peak ticket prices are recorded in May, when fares begin AED 881.
August or December are considered the optimal times to book, as they offer a balance between prices AED 712 and weather conditions. It is recommended to avoid periods of maximum rainfall at the beginning of the year for a more comfortable experience.
There are approximately 5 flights per week on the route from San Salvador to Quito. The primary carrier providing regular service between these cities is AV (Avianca). The list below provides detailed information on the schedule, available flight options, and types of aircraft used on this route.
Flights San Salvador — Quito depart from El Salvador International Airport and Ilopango and arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours 20 minutes, considering the distance of 1,940 km and the average cruising speed of the aircraft.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by AV. You can find the current list of carriers and their detailed schedules on this page.
Flights arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), which is the main air gateway to the capital of Ecuador.
Airfares change constantly depending on demand and season. You can see the current minimum for upcoming dates in the low price calendar above.
The best deals are usually available when booking 45–60 days before departure. We also recommend tracking price dynamics on the chart to choose the best time to buy.
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