How long does a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador take?

Direct flights take on average 4h 58m to travel the 2,319 miles between Los Angeles and San Salvador.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and San Salvador per day?

Each day, there are between 4 and 6 direct flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in San Salvador, with an average flight time of 4h 58m. The most common departure time is 00:00 and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 36 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador was £178 for a one-way ticket and £332 for a return.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Los Angeles and San Salvador?

Los Angeles and San Salvador are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Avianca (20 flights per week), Volaris El Salvador (9 flights per week), and United Airlines (7 flights per week).

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 00:00 and will be landing in San Salvador at 05:55.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador jets off at 23:54 and lands at 06:49.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Salvador flight route: JetBlue, Delta, Alaska Airlines, GOL, Aeromexico, and United Airlines.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Salvador flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador on a daily basis.

Can I get to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on public transportation?

Yes. Several public transportation options serve LAX. One option is the FlyAway bus, which departs from Van Nuys Airport in the San Fernando Valley and from Union Station downtown. It is a convenient and affordable way to avoid Los Angeles traffic.

Where can nursing moms find private facilities at LAX?

LAX has private Nursing Rooms in every terminal. In T7 and T8, one is located by Ashland Hill. The Tom Bradley International Terminal has three Nursing Rooms, at Gates 150 and 221 and next to LA Confidential.

Does LAX provide any pet relief stations?

Yes. Travelers flying to San Salvador with a dog can find relief areas in every terminal at LAX. Terminal 7 also has an indoor pet relief area near Gate 71A after security and the Tom Bradley International Terminal has two pet relief areas.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador is February , where tickets cost £289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £601 and £456 respectively.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Salvador from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Salvador with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Salvador from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

How often are flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador delayed?

Weekly flights between Los Angeles and San Salvador historically see delays in approximately 14% of cases , with the average delay over the past year being 91 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San Salvador flights?

Based on our data, Avianca have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 7% of their flights encountering any delays.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Saturday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San Salvador flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the morning have historically encountered delays more often.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and San Salvador?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Los Angeles to San Salvador were found on Volaris El Salvador (£365) and United Airlines (£390).

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador, you should book around 6 weeks before departure , which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Yes , flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £250 on average.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now. Flights to San Salvador from Los Angeles usually cost between £293 and £400 in February. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £332 on Multiple Airlines (23 Feb–2 Mar).

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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar

23:54 - 06:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 55mdirect

19:47 - 07:55SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 08m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

£332Multiple Airlines

Tue, 9 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar

00:34 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

9h 31m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

18:03 - 22:24SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£353Multiple Airlines

Tue, 23 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

00:34 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

9h 31m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

19:03 - 22:24SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£361Multiple Airlines

Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 2 Apr

10:53 - 16:48LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 55mdirect

05:01 - 09:22SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£365Volaris El Salvador

Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar

00:34 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

9h 31m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

05:01 - 09:22SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£366Multiple Airlines

Tue, 16 Mar - Tue, 23 Mar

23:54 - 05:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 55mdirect

19:47 - 09:05SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 18m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

£366Multiple Airlines

Tue, 23 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr

00:51 - 12:05LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

10h 14m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

17:56 - 22:17SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£382Multiple Airlines

Sun, 21 Mar - Tue, 13 Apr

23:54 - 05:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 55mdirect

19:47 - 08:57SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 10m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez

£387Multiple Airlines

Wed, 13 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb

22:49 - 05:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 01mdirect

03:00 - 06:35SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 35mdirect

£390United Airlines

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

23:54 - 05:52LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 58mdirect

05:16 - 09:29SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 13mdirect

£391Volaris El Salvador

Recent last minute flight deals from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct

05:45 - 14:30LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

7h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£409United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

22:48 - 04:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 02mdirect

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£420United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct

05:45 - 14:30LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

7h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£424United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 22 Nov

22:48 - 04:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 02mdirect

14:50 - 23:44SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

10h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

£428United Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

10:10 - 20:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

9h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

15:40 - 09:02SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

£431United Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

22:48 - 04:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 02mdirect

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£434United Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

05:45 - 20:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

14h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£438United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

00:51 - 20:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

18h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

06:00 - 21:51SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

16h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

£442United Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Fri, 2 Oct

05:45 - 20:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

14h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£445United Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

05:45 - 20:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

14h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£446United Airlines

Recent direct flight deals from Los Angeles to San Salvador

Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 2 Apr

10:53 - 16:48LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 55mdirect

05:01 - 09:22SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£365Volaris El Salvador

Wed, 13 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb

22:49 - 05:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 01mdirect

03:00 - 06:35SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 35mdirect

£390United Airlines

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

23:54 - 05:52LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 58mdirect

05:16 - 09:29SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 13mdirect

£391Volaris El Salvador

Wed, 13 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb

22:49 - 05:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 01mdirect

03:00 - 06:32SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

£405United Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

22:48 - 04:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 02mdirect

02:00 - 06:16SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 16mdirect

£420United Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

22:48 - 04:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 02mdirect

03:00 - 06:32SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

£443United Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

22:48 - 04:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 02mdirect

02:00 - 06:32SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

£450United Airlines

Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 31 Jan

22:49 - 05:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 01mdirect

03:00 - 06:32SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

£461United Airlines

Thu, 7 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan

23:54 - 06:49LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4h 55mdirect

19:03 - 22:24SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 21mdirect

£462Volaris El Salvador

Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 31 Jan

22:49 - 05:50LAX Los Angeles-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 01mdirect

03:00 - 06:32SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

£466United Airlines

Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Los Angeles to San Salvador flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador? This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador departing in February.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador? To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador is February, where tickets cost £289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £601 and £456 respectively.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to San Salvador? The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.: Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £250 on average.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador? To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.: To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles 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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Can I get to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on public transportation?
Yes. Several public transportation options serve LAX. One option is the FlyAway bus, which departs from Van Nuys Airport in the San Fernando Valley and from Union Station downtown. It is a convenient and affordable way to avoid Los Angeles traffic.
Where can nursing moms find private facilities at LAX?
LAX has private Nursing Rooms in every terminal. In T7 and T8, one is located by Ashland Hill. The Tom Bradley International Terminal has three Nursing Rooms, at Gates 150 and 221 and next to LA Confidential.
Does LAX provide any pet relief stations?
Yes. Travelers flying to San Salvador with a dog can find relief areas in every terminal at LAX. Terminal 7 also has an indoor pet relief area near Gate 71A after security and the Tom Bradley International Terminal has two pet relief areas.
What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador was £178 for a one-way ticket and £332 for a return.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Salvador flight route: JetBlue, Delta, Alaska Airlines, GOL, Aeromexico, and United Airlines.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Salvador flight route.
On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Salvador from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Salvador with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Salvador?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Salvador from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Looking for a cheap flight from San Salvador to Los Angeles? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £299 or less one-way.
If you have time near SAL, head to the coast and check out nearby beaches like Playa Costa del Sol, Playa Amatecampo and Isla Tasajera.
Give yourself extra time at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), since it has nine terminals and it can take at least three to five minutes to walk between adjacent ones. If you need to move between terminals, use the free LAX-it shuttles, which stop outside baggage claim on the first level about every 7 minutes.

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