Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to New York: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 12 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York.
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 2 hours ahead of San Salvador.
With 93 flights a week between the two airports, El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. Volaris El Salvador operates the earliest flight at 16:17. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from SAL to JFK is with Avianca at 22:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from SAL to New York. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Nonstop flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to New York are available for booking. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is where you'll disembark.
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to New York. Book your journey with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SAL to New York. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you hold a passport from El Salvador, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from El Salvador International Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
SAL is approximately 40 kilometres from central San Salvador. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near SAL. Whether you have an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to New York
ج.م. 7,157 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from El Salvador International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 12,052. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from SAL to New York by booking 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from El Salvador International Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from SAL to New York every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to New York.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near EWR if you have a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from central New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near JFK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from SAL to New York at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month to board a flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to New York, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
When booking your flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from SAL to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from El Salvador International Airport to New York, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should be on any good New York itinerary.
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