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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $523. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Salvador.$500 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Cancun on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Salvador on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.

San Salvador.$523 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Cancun on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.

San Salvador.$523 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Cancun on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.

San Salvador.$566 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cancun on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Salvador on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

San Salvador.$584 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.

San Salvador.$584 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.

San Salvador.$584 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.

San Salvador.$585 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.

San Salvador.$585 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Sat, 6 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.

San Salvador.$586 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jun.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $586, select.

San Salvador.$588 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 May, returning Sat, 5 Jun.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Sun, 30 May, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $588, select.

San Salvador.$589 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $589, select.

San Salvador.$591 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr, returning Tue, 20 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.

San Salvador.$592 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar, returning Sat, 27 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Salvador on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $592, select.

San Salvador.$593 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Cancun on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Salvador on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $593, select.

San Salvador.$594 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar, returning Sat, 3 Apr.Return flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Cancun on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Salvador on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From $594, select.

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Cancun to San Salvador: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$500
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Avianca
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Cancun to San Salvador: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cancun to San Salvador?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cancun to San Salvador is $500. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Cancun to San Salvador?

1 hour and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Cancun to San Salvador.

Which airlines fly direct from Cancun to San Salvador?

Avianca flies direct from Cancun to San Salvador.

How many flights are there a week from Cancun to San Salvador?

As of August 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cancun to San Salvador.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cancun to San Salvador?

The cheapest month to fly from Cancun to San Salvador is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Salvador?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Salvador?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cancun Airport to San Salvador with?

Currently, Aeromexico and Avianca offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Salvador.

Flying from Cancun Airport (CUN) to San Salvador Airport (SAL): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
San Salvador's timezone is UTC-6, making San Salvador one hour behind Cancun.
Choose from three weekly Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport flights. The 14:10 departure with AVIANCA is the earliest flight you can take. AVIANCA operates the latest service of the day at 14:15.
To ensure you catch your CUN to SAL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Avianca is your gateway to discovering San Salvador (and perhaps some other exciting corners of El Salvador!). Browse the direct flights from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Avianca on this route.
Avianca is the most punctual carrier offering CUN to SAL flights. An exceptional 96.15% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between CUN and SAL:
- Mexico City Juarez International Airport
- Panama City Tocumen International Airport
- Guatemala City Airport

Handy information about Cancun Airport (CUN)

Cancun Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from CUN make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Cancun Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near CUN? If you've booked an early flight from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at San Salvador Airport (SAL)

If you're getting in on a late Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Salvador Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Fox - Rent A Car or Europcar and find adventure across San Salvador and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from San Salvador Airport about two weeks ahead.

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

San Salvador Airport to central San Salvador has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to San Salvador Airport (SAL)

July is the most popular month for flights from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to San Salvador in March.
When booking your flight from Cancun Airport to San Salvador Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Salvador, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CUN to SAL in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC on average.

Explore more of El Salvador

You've done San Salvador, now it's time to explore other parts of El Salvador. Travel around 8 kilometres north-east to Soyapango to check off its top attractions. From Teleferico San Jacinto to Chantecuán Ecological Park and Aviation Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 48 kilometres north-west of San Salvador, Santa Ana is another favourite stop in El Salvador. No visit is complete without checking out Parque Nacional El Imposible, Santa Ana Cathedral and San Jorge Ecological Park.