Flying from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport (SAL). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is 15 hours behind Seoul.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Seoul to SAL.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to SAL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
ICN is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 54.5% land on schedule at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
GMP is approximately 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to reach your terminal.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to SAL flight:
75.94% of flights out of Gimpo International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAL instead:
Grab an El Salvador International Airport rental car and explore San Salvador and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Fox - Rent A Car and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Seoul to El Salvador International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
At the moment, $1,168 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,546. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seoul to SAL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Seoul to El Salvador International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to San Salvador. August is when most people book flights from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Seoul to SAL flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Salvador to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC.
More about San Salvador
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Salvador right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Seoul to El Salvador International Airport:
Volcan San Salvador and Centro Histórico de San Salvador are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your San Salvador to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Museo Nacional de Antropologia.
Explore more of El Salvador
You've seen San Salvador, now it's time to discover other corners of El Salvador. Journey about 129 kilometres east to La Union to check off its leading sights. From Parque Central to Familia Park and Monumento al Soldado, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
San Rafael Oriente is another essential stop in El Salvador and is around 80 kilometres east of San Salvador. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza del Barrio la Merced, Municipal Park and Infantil De San José Park.