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Cheapest return flight
£323
Typical prices: £233-£407
Volaris El Salvador
Fri 9/2Fri 16/2
IAH - SAL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£150
Typical prices: £99-£203
United Airlines
Fri 12/1
IAH - SAL • Direct
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You can fly direct with United Airlines, Avianca, and others. Average duration is 3h 01m.
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 38% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £279 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to San Salvador (IAH-SAL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Houston to San Salvador

Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:47 - 17:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
10:14 - 13:17SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£323Volaris El Salvador
Thu, 8 Apr - Thu, 15 Apr
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:55 - 16:48IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
09:10 - 13:13SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£324Volaris El Salvador
Tue, 23 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
United Airlines Logo
10:15 - 13:19IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
3h 04mdirect
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 10:10SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 10mdirect
£335United Airlines
Sat, 27 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:47 - 17:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
10:14 - 13:17SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£364Volaris El Salvador
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
United Airlines Logo
18:15 - 21:19IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
3h 04mdirect
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 10:10SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 10mdirect
£369United Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:47 - 17:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
10:14 - 13:17SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£376Volaris El Salvador
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:47 - 17:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
10:14 - 13:17SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£381Volaris El Salvador
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 29 Dec
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:47 - 17:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
10:14 - 13:17SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£400Volaris El Salvador
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Volaris El Salvador Logo
14:47 - 17:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
2h 53mdirect
Volaris El Salvador Logo
10:14 - 13:17SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mdirect
£402Volaris El Salvador
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
United Airlines Logo
18:15 - 21:19IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
3h 04mdirect
United Airlines Logo
16:40 - 19:50SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 10mdirect
£406United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights

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How much is a return flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

Return flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador typically range from £233 to £407. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £323 on Volaris El Salvador.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador at £197 return.
•December (£407) and July (£372) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador the cheapest?

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Houston to San Salvador

 
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Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£150
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador

When to book flights from Houston to San Salvador

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to San Salvador based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:51 and lands at 09:52
    • Latest: departs at 21:55 and lands at 00:56.

    The flight takes about 3h 01m.

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    A direct flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador takes 3h 01m, covering 1,211 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flight?

    Return flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador range from £233 to £407, with an average of £316 over the past 12 months. Anything below £233 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the £316 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £279 return via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared with £316 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    Avianca is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Volaris has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights are:

    • Avianca: 91% on time
    • Volaris: 90% on time
    • Frontier: 81% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £20–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avianca and Volaris El Salvador. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights, with 60% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £238, which is 64% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 01m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £302 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £346, a difference of £44.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    4 airlines operate flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and San Salvador. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Avianca
    • Volaris El Salvador
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 10m, compared to 8h 25m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 32m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and San Salvador?

    San Salvador is 1 hour behind Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Central Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights:

    • Volaris El Salvador: offers free seat selection
    • Avianca: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Volaris El Salvador: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £302, about £44 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador trip for January. Fares historically average £197 return in that month – typically £209 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Avianca. Over the past three months, 91% of Avianca flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 01m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £279 return on this route – about £37 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to San Salvador?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston George Bush Intcntl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Monday

Avianca,United Airlines

Avianca,United Airlines

Tuesday

Avianca,United Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, +1 more

Avianca,United Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Avianca,United Airlines

Avianca,United Airlines

Thursday

Avianca,United Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, +1 more

Avianca,United Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Avianca,United Airlines

Avianca,United Airlines

Saturday

Avianca,United Airlines,Volaris El Salvador

Avianca,United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Avianca,United Airlines,Frontier

Avianca,United Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Houston George Bush Intcntl

Monday

Avianca,United Airlines

Avianca,United Airlines

Tuesday

Avianca,United Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, +1 more

Avianca,United Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Avianca,United Airlines

Avianca,United Airlines

Thursday

Avianca,United Airlines,Volaris El Salvador, +1 more

Avianca,United Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Avianca,United Airlines

Avianca,United Airlines

Saturday

Avianca,United Airlines,Volaris El Salvador

Avianca,United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Avianca,United Airlines,Frontier

Avianca,United Airlines, +1 more

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