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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guatemala City to San Salvador flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Guatemala City to San Salvador

Guatemala City to San Salvador: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Guatemala City to San Salvador below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Salvador.

Guatemala City to San Salvador: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP11,008
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time53 mins
Most popular airlineAvianca
Average flights per week69

Finding cheap flights from Guatemala City to San Salvador: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Guatemala City to San Salvador is P11,008. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
53 minutes is the average flight time from Guatemala City to San Salvador.
Avianca, Avianca El Salvador and Iberia fly direct from Guatemala City to San Salvador.
As of February 2025, there are 69 flights per week flying from Guatemala City to San Salvador.
The cheapest month to fly from Guatemala City to San Salvador is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guatemala City Airport to San Salvador Airport on Monday, 31 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Salvador but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Salvador is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Avianca offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Salvador.

Flying from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): what you need to know

  • Expect to be airborne for around 52 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. San Salvador and Guatemala City share the same timezone — UTC-6.

  • Each week, there are 120 flights from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. The first departure from GUA to SAL is at 04:20 and the latest is at 22:00.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • AVIANCA is your ticket to exploring San Salvador (and maybe even some other great corners of El Salvador!). Browse the direct flights from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the GUA - SAL route include:

    • Juan Santamaria International Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter El Salvador, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from GUA to SAL.

How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport is P5,275. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P11,008. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from GUA to SAL by booking 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • October is the cheapest month for tickets from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from GUA to SAL every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about La Aurora International Airport (GUA)

  • Central Guatemala City to La Aurora International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • After a convenient hotel near GUA? If you're boarding an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador

  • El Salvador International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of San Salvador. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.

When to fly to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Salvador. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from La Aurora International Airport to El Salvador International Airport for March if you'd like to go to San Salvador during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19 ºC and 32 ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 18 ºC and 30 ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GUA to SAL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about San Salvador

  • Start your San Salvador trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. After booking your flight from GUA to SAL, check out our hotel options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. National Palace of El Salvador, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Catedral Metropolitana are highlights which should be on any well-planned San Salvador itinerary.

Complete your San Salvador trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to El Salvador International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your San Salvador holiday.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.