Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport.
The timezone in San Salvador is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of San Francisco.
Flights from SFO to SAL start from 00:05 — the earliest with AVIANCA. The last departure is at 23:55 with AVIANCA. Overall, there are 43 weekly San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO 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.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
AVIANCA offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in San Salvador — and maybe even more of El Salvador if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with AVIANCA on this route.
Among carriers operating SFO to SAL flights, AVIANCA leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and SAL:
Ontario International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Rs48,708 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs110,645. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from SFO to SAL, book your trip five months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Reserve a hotel near SAL if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an El Salvador International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Fox - Rent A Car or Europcar and explore beyond San Salvador's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from El Salvador International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador
El Salvador International Airport to central San Salvador has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Salvador based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Salvador International Airport for March if you want to visit San Salvador during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to SAL in January. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of El Salvador
Soyapango is just one of the many cities in El Salvador waiting to be explored once you've seen San Salvador. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Parque de Ciudad Credisa, MONUMENTO A LOS HERMANOS CAIDOS and Zona verde (cancha, parque y casa comunal).
Santa Ana is another well-known destination in El Salvador and is around 48 kilometres north-west of San Salvador. No trip is complete without seeing Planta seca, Secundario Condominios Procavia Park and San Cayetano Park.
