Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): what you need to know
4 hours 25 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. San Salvador is 1 hour behind Lima and operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport start at 01:35 — the earliest with AVIANCA. The latest flight is the 22:15 service with AVIANCA. In total, you can take your pick of 3 weekly services between LIM and SAL.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
AVIANCA offers direct flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Salvador — plus maybe even more of El Salvador if time allows.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between LIM and SAL:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Mariscal Sucre International Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter El Salvador. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LIM to SAL, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
Arriving at El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAL if you have a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Lima, Jorge Chavez International Airport can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIM:
More about San Salvador
Start your San Salvador trip right by finding a great place to stay. After booking your flight from LIM to SAL, browse our hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. National Palace of El Salvador, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Catedral Metropolitana are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Salvador itinerary.
Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador
El Salvador International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central San Salvador. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 40 minutes.
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 rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your San Salvador holiday.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport is $204. The cheapest price for a return flight is $394. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 2 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from LIM to SAL.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Jorge Chavez 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 across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport.
When to fly to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The quietest month for a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to San Salvador based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Salvador is March, with the temperature ranging between 19 ºC and 32 ºC. Lock in your flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Salvador International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for flight tickets from LIM to SAL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18 ºC and 30 ºC on average.