Travelling from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) taking off from here.
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to SAL.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Melbourne to SAL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
MEL is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near 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.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport, P51,056 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from P92,814. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to SAL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Melbourne to SAL. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
February is the quietest time to travel to San Salvador. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for San Salvador. The warmest month is March. Book your flights from Melbourne to SAL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about San Salvador
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Salvador right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. National Palace of El Salvador, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Catedral Metropolitana are must-visits when exploring San Salvador.
Complete your San Salvador trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in San Salvador and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Melbourne to El Salvador International Airport.