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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Salvador (SAL) from $232

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — SAL
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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The best prices from Des Moines to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Salvador (SAL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$764

Round-trip from

$266
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From Des Moines to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 50% on the overall cost on flights from Des Moines to San Salvador.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

To save up to 21% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 51 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Des Moines to San Salvador from $568 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $580 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador from Des Moines. Users have commonly found prices around $661 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $284. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to SAL?

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to San Salvador in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Des Moines to San Salvador flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to San Salvador specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 7/186:05 amDSM - SAL
1 stop9h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/253:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$576
Thu 7/181:14 pmDSM - SAL
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/251:00 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$583
Thu 7/183:25 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops23h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/253:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$594
Wed 6/266:05 amDSM - SAL
1 stop15h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/33:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$606
Wed 6/2611:30 amDSM - SAL
2 stops33h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/310:55 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops14h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$621
Thu 7/183:25 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops23h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/251:35 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops23h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$624
Thu 7/181:14 pmDSM - SAL
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/259:30 amSAL - DSM
3 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$645
Wed 6/129:34 amDSM - SAL
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/146:00 amSAL - DSM
2 stops16h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$656
Wed 6/125:00 amDSM - SAL
2 stops14h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/146:00 amSAL - DSM
2 stops17h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$668

Des Moines to San Salvador 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and San Salvador in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 7/186:05 amDSM - SAL
1 stop9h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/253:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$576
Fri 8/93:58 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops20h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/1712:25 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$581
Thu 7/181:14 pmDSM - SAL
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/251:00 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$583
Thu 7/183:25 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops23h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/253:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$594
Fri 8/27:31 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops17h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/56:00 amSAL - DSM
2 stops16h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$603
Wed 6/266:05 amDSM - SAL
1 stop15h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/33:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$606
Wed 6/2611:30 amDSM - SAL
2 stops33h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/310:55 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops14h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$621
Thu 7/183:25 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops23h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/251:35 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops23h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$624
Thu 7/181:14 pmDSM - SAL
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/259:30 amSAL - DSM
3 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$645

One-way flights to San Salvador from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to San Salvador. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Des Moines to San Salvador. Users needing a return flight from Des Moines to San Salvador should utilize the search form above.
Sat 8/33:41 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops20h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$232
Sat 8/37:31 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop18h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$238
Fri 8/3010:07 pmDSM - SAL
3 stops21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$301
Mon 8/195:50 amDSM - SAL
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/10$393
Mon 8/193:07 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops21h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$404
Mon 8/196:00 amDSM - SAL
3 stops15h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$4,098

Find flights from Des Moines to San Salvador within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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$576 - $645

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Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 7/18

1 stop9h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/25

2 stops21h 49m

$576

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Fri 8/9

2 stops20h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/17

1 stop8h 31m

$581

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 7/18

3 stops26h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/25

2 stops20h 03m

$583

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 7/18

2 stops23h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/25

2 stops21h 49m

$594

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Fri 8/2

2 stops17h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/5

2 stops16h 37m

$603

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 6/26

1 stop15h 12m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/3

2 stops21h 49m

$606

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 6/26

2 stops33h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/3

2 stops14h 24m

$621

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 7/18

2 stops23h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/25

2 stops23h 44m

$624

Des MoinesSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Thu 7/18

3 stops26h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/25

3 stops26h 36m

$645

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Deals found on 6/10

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Des Moines to San Salvador is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador

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Temperature and rainfall in San Salvador by month

Plan your trip to San Salvador by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAL

Temperature

73.4 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Salvador, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Salvador. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Salvador. Reviews last updated June 10, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to San Salvador have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,138 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to San Salvador for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to San Salvador for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $576, but on average you can expect to pay $647.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San Salvador round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to San Salvador round-trip from $576. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador for 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to San Salvador are American Airlines ($232), Delta ($393), and United Airlines ($4,098).

  • What does DSM to SAL mean?

    Great question - DSM to SAL just means Des Moines Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to San Salvador flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to San Salvador with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to San Salvador flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to San Salvador flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to San Salvador.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Salvador that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to San Salvador offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to San Salvador flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to San Salvador flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to San Salvador flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to San Salvador.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Salvador (average of $266). Flying from Des Moines to San Salvador in July is currently the most expensive (average of $435). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to San Salvador

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American AirlinesCheapest$422Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$437Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$480Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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