Are there direct flights from Houston to San Salvador?

Yes, direct flights are available from Houston to San Salvador. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 65.5% of the available options. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a significant portion of flights on this route offer the convenience of a direct journey.

How long is the flight from Houston to San Salvador?

The typical direct flight from Houston to San Salvador has a median duration of 2 hours and 55 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 11 hours and 28 minutes. The route covers an approximate distance of 1950 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Houston to San Salvador flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for Houston to San Salvador flights is advisable. Historically, this route is classified as 'frequent' for deals. This means that price fluctuations and opportunities for good prices occur often. By setting an alert, you can stay informed about these frequent changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare.

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Houston to San Salvador: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to San Salvador

For flights from Houston to San Salvador, a meaningful share are non-stop, with 65.5% of recent fares offering direct service. The remaining itineraries typically include two connections. This indicates that while direct options are common, travelers should also expect to see a significant number of connecting flights.

When considering cheap flights from Houston to San Salvador, fares typically range from $176–$884, with a median price of $307. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that competitive deals do appear regularly. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Salvador is typically during February, with a median fare of just $108. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $114. Another affordable option is April, where the median fare is $148, making these months the most budget-friendly for this route.

A typical journey from Houston to San Salvador takes about 2h 55m, including connections. This duration represents the median travel time across all observed itineraries, encompassing both direct and connecting flights. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 2h 55m, while connecting flights have a significantly longer median duration of 22h 40m.

The distance between Houston and San Salvador is approximately 1950 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, indicating a moderate flight duration suitable for a variety of travel plans.

How much is a round trip from Houston to San Salvador

Regular price: $215 - $654

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

The regular price range for this route is between $215 and $654. The current lowest deal is $263, available through Skyscanner for travel from Sep 19-Sep 29.

now $263

Low $215

High $654

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Salvador

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to San Salvador is March, with a median price of $118. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1084. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $118

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,084

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to San Salvador

American Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Houston to San Salvador

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$428

$458

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$410

$458

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$419

$458

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Volaris

$447

$374

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Volaris

$491

$376

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Volaris

$431

$378

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$491 → $376

23%

2 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 20

$494 → $382

23%

2 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 12

$391 → $283

28%

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

$573 → $470

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to San Salvador

Houston - San Salvador route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Houston to San Salvador are near the typical level at $263.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to San Salvador, with a median price of $118.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 55m

The typical direct flight from Houston to San Salvador takes 2 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

65.5% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 65.5% of flights on this route are direct, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights

American Airlines has offered 38 direct deals recently from Houston to San Salvador.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Houston to San Salvador are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is a good option for flights from Houston to San Salvador.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$285

San Salvador main airports to arrive at

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International (SAL)

Cheapest

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International is the primary airport for flights to San Salvador from Houston.

📍 ~33 km from San Salvador (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$253

Airports nearby San Salvador used as alternative

La Aurora International (GUA)

Cheapest

La Aurora International is a major regional hub and the closest international airport to San Salvador.

📍 ~135 km from San Salvador (reachable by car, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Salvador

86% AI deal score

$2,123

$993

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Salvador

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Houston to San Salvador are found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $209. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $226. Prices tend to increase significantly further out, reaching an average of $772 for bookings made 28-59 days in advance. Therefore, last-minute booking tends to offer the most favorable prices for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to San Salvador is considered to be $176 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $307. Prices can go up to $884 or more for the higher end of the market. Aiming for prices around or below $176 typically indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to San Salvador are February, with a median price of $108, and January, with a median price of $114. April also shows a relatively low median price of $148. The annual median price for this route is $307, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Houston to San Salvador: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to San Salvador

How much is a round trip from Houston to San Salvador

Regular price: $215 - $654

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

The regular price range for this route is between $215 and $654. The current lowest deal is $263, available through Skyscanner for travel from Sep 19-Sep 29.

now $263

Low $215

High $654

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Salvador

March

Cheapest

Flights from $118

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,084

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to San Salvador

American Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Houston to San Salvador

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$428

$458

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$410

$458

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$419

$458

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Volaris

$447

$374

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Volaris

$491

$376

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Salvador

Houston (IAH) - San Salvador (SAL)

Volaris

$431

$378

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$491 → $376

23%

2 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 20

$494 → $382

23%

2 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 12

$391 → $283

28%

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

$573 → $470

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to San Salvador