Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Roatan Airport (RTB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
San Salvador and Roatan share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Leave enough time to catch your SAL to RTB flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
TAG offers direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Roatan — and maybe even more of Honduras if your schedule allows.
TAG is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SAL and RTB include:
La Aurora International Airport
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Roatan Airport (RTB)
At the moment, 210 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 421 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAL to RTB.
May is the cheapest month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding cheap flights from SAL to RTB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SAL arrive on schedule 84.27% of the time.
Central San Salvador to El Salvador International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SAL:
Arriving at Roatan Airport (RTB)
If you're landing on a late El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RTB:
Travel at your own speed with a Roatan Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sersa Rent a Car, Alamo or Avis and venture far and wide through Roatan and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Roatan Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Roatan Airport (RTB) to central Roatan
Roatan Airport to central Roatan has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Roatan Airport (RTB)
The quietest month for a flight from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport is February, while March is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Roatan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Roatan Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Roatan, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAL to RTB in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Honduras
Roatan has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Honduras just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres south of Roatan, a visit to Tegucigalpa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like El picacho, Museum for National Identity and Parque La Leona.
If you want to check out another major destination in Honduras, head for San Pedro Sula, about 177 kilometres south-west of Roatan. Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Parque Altamira and Campo de Futbol Las Mercedes are key highlights.