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More About Flying To San José from San Salvador

Route Information for Flights from San Salvador to San José

Origin Airport IATA Code
SAL
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJO
Distance
405 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Air Canada, Avianca, Iberia
Earliest Flight Arrival
2:40PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
5:05AM UTC

Finding Flights from San Salvador to San Jose

Flights Out of El Salvador International Airport

If you're looking for cheap flights from San Salvador, Orbitz.com can help you find the deals you're looking for. Use the site's interface to book cheap airline tickets, hotel rooms and even rental cars. Flights out of San Salvador leave from the El Salvador International Airport, also known as Comalapa International Airport. The airport is located 31 miles from the center of San Salvador and is a thoroughly modern airport with plenty of amenities, including comfortable waiting rooms, Wi-Fi and full-service restaurants. The airlines servicing the airport include American Airlines, Delta Airlines and Spirit Airlines.

Transportation to El Salvador International Airport

If you rent a car in San Salvador, you can drop it off at the airport when you arrive for your flight. There are taxi services that go to and from the airport, but they don't have meters. Make sure you agree on a price before you get into the cab. Buses 138 and 400 run between the city and the airport every 30 minutes and cost $1.

Parking at the Airport

There's long-term and short-term parking at the airport. Short-term parking is 60 cents an hour or $3.50 per day. Long-term parking is 60 cents per hour or $2.50 per day.

Dining at the Airport

There are plenty of places to eat in this modern airport. The Coffee Cup is the perfect place to stop if you'd like to grab a bite to eat before an early morning flight. Book your cheap flights from San Salvador through Orbitz.com for a hassle-free, seamless booking process.

San Jose Airport Information

When you use Orbitz.com to purchase your air ticket, you will have a variety of cheap flights to San Jose to choose from. There are nine air passenger carriers that service the Mineta San José International Airport. American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, United, US Airways and Volaris use Terminal A, while Southwest and Alaska Airlines use Terminal B. The airport offers easy access to the city, as it is less than five miles northwest of downtown San Jose.

Ground Transportation in San Jose

If you hop on the VTA Airport Flyer, you will be able to access the Amtrak, the Metro Light Rail and Caltrain railways, Greyhound buses and the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). The Monterey Airbus and Santa Cruz Airport Flyer also make scheduled stops at the airport. There are several cab companies that service the airport, with fares between $15 and $20 for transportation into downtown San Jose. Book your flight with Orbitz.com, and you can also find deals on hotels that offer free airport shuttle service, or you can simply rent a car so that you can get around during your stay.

San Jose Weather Information

San Jose gets very little rainfall, and the year-round temperatures are rather moderate. You can expect the winter months to be in the low 40s to high 50s, and the summer months rarely venture higher than the low 80s. Nights can be cool in San Jose, so make sure you pack a light jacket or layer your clothes to accommodate the change in temperature.

What to Do in San Jose

If you're traveling with children, be sure to visit the Raging Waters water park, the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo and the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose. Adults might prefer to visit one of the many museums, art galleries and theaters in San Jose. Whatever you decide to do while you're there, don't forget to come back to Orbitz.com to book cheap flights to San Jose for your next trip.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Salvador to San Jose?
Two airlines offer direct flights from El Salvador Intl. Airport Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport — Volaris Costa Rica and Avianca. They’ll get you to your destination in style.
What is the shortest flight from San Salvador to San Jose?
It can be as a short and sweet as 1 hour and 15 minutes. If you’re of the opinion that your vacation hours should be spent ‘vacationing’ rather than flying, you’ll enjoy the ride from El Salvador Intl. Airport Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport.
What airlines fly from San Salvador to San Jose most frequently?
The airlines that have the most frequent flights between SAL and SJO include Volaris Costa Rica (Q6). This popular option operates 56 flights on the route every month. Alternatively, reserve a seat with Avianca (AV). You’ll have 56 monthly flights between San Salvador and San Jose to choose from with this carrier.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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