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November 2 - November 9

Cheapest

Best

SAL - Istanbul

$1,021

$956

Round trip

September 14 - September 30

SAL - Istanbul

$1,026

$1,203

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July 28 - August 25

Earliest

SAL - Istanbul

$1,011

$1,227

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September 10 - September 20

SAL - Istanbul

$1,026

$1,232

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September 16 - September 26

SAL - Istanbul

$943

$1,232

Round trip

October 1 - October 15

SAL - Istanbul

$848

$1,232

Round trip

October 10 - October 22

SAL - Istanbul

$867

$1,248

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September 6 - September 12

SAL - Istanbul

$1,049

$1,252

Round trip

September 15 - October 6

SAL - Istanbul

$1,023

$1,279

Round trip

August 14 - August 27

SAL - Istanbul

$1,144

$1,299

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul

For cheap flights from San Salvador to Istanbul, fares are typically $1436–$1740, with a median of $1588. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find flights.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to Istanbul, January stands out with a median fare of $622. Other cost-effective months include March, with median fares around $843, and February, where the median fare is $903.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from San Salvador to Istanbul. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 4.

A typical journey from San Salvador to Istanbul, including connections, takes approximately 51h 56m. This duration reflects the multiple stopovers common on this long-haul route.

The distance between San Salvador and Istanbul covers 11,210 km, classifying this as a long-haul international route. This significant distance contributes to the extended journey times and the necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from San Salvador to Istanbul

Regular price: $892 - $1,944

Prices for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul is between $892 and $1944. The current lowest deal is $956 with Boston-Maine Airways, for travel from November 2 to November 9, 2026.

now $956

Low $892

High $1,944

The cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to Istanbul

For flights from SAL to IST, January is the cheapest month with a median price of 622 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 1965 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $622

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,965

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Direct flights from San Salvador to Istanbul

Avianca

Turkish Airlines

TUI Airways

SunExpress

Last-minute flights going from San Salvador to Istanbul

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAL - Istanbul

San Salvador (SAL) - Istanbul (SAW)

$1,116

$2,419

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAL - Istanbul

San Salvador (SAL) - Istanbul (SAW)

Avianca, TUI Airways, Jet2.com, Valuair

$1,070

$1,454

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAL - Istanbul

San Salvador (SAL) - Istanbul (SAW)

Avianca

$1,114

$1,496

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAL - Istanbul

San Salvador (SAL) - Istanbul (SAW)

Avianca, TUI Airways, Jet2.com, Valuair

$1,049

$1,586

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SAL - Istanbul

San Salvador (SAL) - Istanbul (IST)

Avianca

$1,214

$1,764

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SAL - Istanbul

San Salvador (SAL) - Istanbul (IST)

Aeroméxico

$1,214

$1,642

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul

7 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 9

$1,021 → $956

13 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 27

$1,144 → $1,299

14%

16 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 30

$1,026 → $1,203

17%

8 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 21

$1,148 → $1,341

17%

Popular Airports to fly from San Salvador to Istanbul

San Salvador - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for San Salvador to Istanbul are near the typical level of $1588.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $622

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Istanbul, at $622.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 51h 56m

Flights from San Salvador to Istanbul typically take around 51h 56m, with 4 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant; Avianca and Turkish Airlines offer deals with stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Avianca offers 26 deals

Avianca has offered 26 deals for connecting flights from San Salvador to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul are frequent, with 0.73 deals per day.

San Salvador main airports to depart from

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International (SAL)

Cheapest

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from San Salvador (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$956

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International is a good option for flights from San Salvador to Istanbul.

📍 ~32 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$932

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport is a convenient choice for travelers flying from San Salvador to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1188

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as a major international hub with high flight frequency, offering network redundancy.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$930

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a reliable alternative with extensive European connections and high reliability for Western-bound international flights.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (usually requires a separate domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$991

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest airport to Istanbul, accessible by road.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1296

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir is a useful option due to its proximity to Istanbul's Asian side and the southern Marmara region.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (accessible via bridge or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$1150

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the closest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires crossing an international land border)

💸 Flights from ~$866

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

72% AI deal score

$2,932

From SAL

Elite

Jul 08

Istanbul, Turkey

71% AI deal score

$8,946

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor price trends. Mid-week bookings may also offer slight advantages compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it may add travel time to and from the airport, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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