Flying from Lima Airport (LIM) to San Salvador Airport (SAL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
San Salvador's timezone is UTC-6, making San Salvador one hour behind Lima.
You can choose from seven weekly Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport flights. The 01:40 departure with AVIANCA is the earliest available. AVIANCA operates the latest service of the day at 01:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LIM to SAL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to San Salvador (and then discovering more of El Salvador!) is a snap with Avianca. This popular airline offers direct flights from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Avianca on this route.
Avianca is a leader in on-time performance for LIM to SAL flights, with 95.08% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LIM and SAL:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to San Salvador Airport (SAL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport flight is Rs62,854. A round-trip fare right now is Rs111,006. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LIM to SAL.
The cheapest month for flights from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LIM land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
Central Lima to Lima Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LIM:
Arriving at San Salvador Airport (SAL)
If you're coming in on a late Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SAL:
Travel at your own pace with a San Salvador Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Fox - Rent A Car or Europcar and discover more of San Salvador and beyond.
Booking your ride from San Salvador Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to San Salvador Airport (SAL)
The quietest month for a flight from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Salvador based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Lima Airport to San Salvador Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Salvador, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIM to SAL in December. Average temperatures are between 16ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of El Salvador
San Salvador is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of El Salvador waiting to be explored. Around 8 kilometres north-east of San Salvador, a visit to Soyapango will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Teleferico San Jacinto, Chantecuán Ecological Park and Aviation Museum.
Santa Ana is another essential stop in El Salvador and is around 48 kilometres north-west of San Salvador. No journey is complete without seeing Parque Nacional El Imposible, Santa Ana Cathedral and San Jorge Ecological Park.