Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to San Salvador (SAL)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to San Salvador (SAL)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £113 - £208 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from San José to San Salvador route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
El Salvador Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, Volaris Costa Rica, Volaris El Salvador, avianca
Distance
648 km
Average flight time
1 hour 19 mins

Compare flights from San José to San Salvador easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San José to San Salvador. Operating between them 7 flights per day, airlines cover the route. And Avianca, Iberia fly direct, getting you to El Salvador Intl. in just 1hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Juan Santamaría Intl. to El Salvador Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Juan Santamaría Intl. (SJO) to El Salvador Intl. (SAL)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San José to San Salvador today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Juan Santamaría Intl. to El Salvador Intl. start at just and range up to .  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San José and San Salvador
  • booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San José to San Salvador flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Juan Santamaría Intl. to El Salvador Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to SAL?
Pack your bags, because round-trip flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to SAL start from . That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can go up quickly, so book today to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SJO to El Salvador Intl. Airport Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to SAL that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SJO to SAL flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL)?
Lasting around 6 hours and 38 minutes, the flight between SJO and El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL) is a good opportunity to do some last-minute trip planning. Why not use this time to read up on what to do in San Luis Talpa?
How far is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to SAL?
You might not get through a whole movie on this flight — it's just 650 kilometres from San Jose to San Luis Talpa. Sit down, get comfortable and you'll be in San Luis Talpa before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to El Salvador Intl. Airport Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez?
Many people choose to fly with AVIANCA (AV) from SJO to El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL). This leading airline offers 52 flights monthly, so you can pick a flight time that's perfect for you. You could also check out the fares available with Volaris Costa Rica (Q6). This carrier operates 13 flights every month between San Jose and San Luis Talpa.
Are Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to SAL flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to get a great last-minute deal from SJO to El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL), but it's also possible to miss out altogether! As many airlines release prices up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you spot a good bargain. Expedia compares carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can be sure you're always getting the latest offers.

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