Flying from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): What you need to know
San Salvador is one hour ahead of Phoenix. El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to SAL, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
March is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Phoenix to SAL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Phoenix to SAL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down as planned.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SAL and shut your eyes sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport flight.
Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador
El Salvador International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of San Salvador. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport is 223 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 461 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Phoenix to SAL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
September is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport (SAL), while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Salvador based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Phoenix to SAL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in San Salvador, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
December has temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Salvador
Start your San Salvador trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to El Salvador International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Volcan San Salvador, Museo Nacional de Antropologia and Joya de Ceren Archaeological Park are essential stops on your San Salvador itinerary.
Explore more of El Salvador
San Salvador is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what El Salvador offers. Extend your adventure to La Union, which is around 129 kilometres away to the east. From Mirador Espiritu de la Montana to faro de la union, there's so much to see and do in this popular city.