On this page, you can find and buy flights from Santiago to San Salvador. The distance between the cities is 5,576 km, and this route is a popular choice connecting Chile with Central America.
Ticket prices change constantly, so use the low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best deal. You can also find information on how to get to the airport at your departure point and how to arrange a transfer to get from the airport to the center of El Salvador's capital.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Santiago — San Salvador by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $276 in a, and the most expensive are around $299 in r. 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.
Santiago → San Salvador, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $566 | high | May | $428 | low | Sep | $377 | low |
| Feb | $503 | medium | Jun | $402 | low | Oct | $402 | low |
| Mar | $553 | high | Jul | $453 | medium | Nov | $478 | medium |
| Apr | $528 | high | Aug | $327 | low | Dec | $604 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
According to climate data, the hottest month in San Salvador is March, with an average high of 33.2°C. The period from June to October is considered the rainy season, with rainfall peaking in June, which can see up to 28 wet days per month.
The lowest flight price for this route was recorded for December and starts $299. Prices can vary significantly during other times, so it is recommended to use the price trend chart to find the most favorable fares.
The best time to fly is between December and March, when dry, sunny weather coincides with available airline deals. You may want to avoid June and September if you wish to minimize the risk of prolonged tropical downpours.
Leading Latin American carriers operate regular flights on the route between Santiago and San Salvador. The majority of traffic is handled by airlines offering convenient connections at major regional transit hubs. To choose the best option, check the current schedule and the list of available airlines in the interactive table below.
Flights Santiago — San Salvador depart from Arturo Merino Benitez 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 approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 6.5–7 hours, covering a distance of 5,576 km. However, most flights on this route include one or two layovers, which increases the total travel time.
Major Latin American carriers like Avianca and LATAM provide the primary connection between the cities. A full list of airlines operating on your selected dates can be found in the search results on this page.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season and flight occupancy. The current lowest prices for the coming months are shown in the low-price calendar block above.
All international flights arrive at El Salvador's main airport — Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez International Airport (SAL), located approximately 40 minutes from the capital.
To find great deals, we recommend booking in advance and using the price monitoring tools on our website to catch price drops.
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