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      Flight deals from Des Moines to San Salvador

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $713. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
      San Salvador.$623 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 1, returning Fri, Feb 5.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Des Moines on Mon, Feb 1, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Salvador on Fri, Feb 5, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $623, select.
      San Salvador.$668 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 28, returning Wed, Nov 4.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Des Moines on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from San Salvador on Wed, Nov 4, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.
      San Salvador.$671 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 17, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Des Moines on Tue, Nov 17, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Salvador on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $671, select.
      San Salvador.$686 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 17, returning Tue, Nov 24.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Des Moines on Tue, Nov 17, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Salvador on Tue, Nov 24, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $686, select.
      San Salvador.$710 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 21, returning Sun, Mar 28.Round-trip flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from Des Moines on Sun, Mar 21, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from San Salvador on Sun, Mar 28, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $710, select.
      San Salvador.$713 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 16, returning Thu, Oct 22.Round-trip flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from Des Moines on Fri, Oct 16, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from San Salvador on Thu, Oct 22, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $713, select.
      San Salvador.$772 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 24, returning Sun, Sep 27.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Des Moines on Thu, Sep 24, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Salvador on Sun, Sep 27, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $772, select.
      San Salvador.$909 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 16, returning Sat, Jan 23.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Des Moines on Sat, Jan 16, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Salvador on Sat, Jan 23, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
      San Salvador.$915 per passenger.Departing Sun, Dec 27, returning Sat, Jan 9.Round-trip flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from Des Moines on Sun, Dec 27, arriving in San Salvador.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from San Salvador on Sat, Jan 9, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Des Moines to San Salvador found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to San Salvador flights are currently cheapest in February.
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      Des Moines to San Salvador: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Des Moines to San Salvador below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Salvador.

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      Des Moines to San Salvador: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$623
      Cheapest month to flyFebruary

      Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to San Salvador: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San Salvador is $623. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Des Moines to San Salvador. But we found flights with one or more stops from $623.
      There are no flights flying from Des Moines to San Salvador, as of September 2026.
      The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Salvador is usually February.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport on Monday, February 1, 2027.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Airport and San Salvador Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Salvador but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Salvador is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Salvador.

      Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to San Salvador Airport (SAL): what you need to know

      • Des Moines and San Salvador share the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

      • Leave enough time to make your DSM to SAL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

      • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between DSM and SAL:

        • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

        • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

        • Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport

      Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)

      • DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

      • Of the flights that depart from Des Moines Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.

      • Des Moines Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Des Moines. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.

      • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

      Arriving at San Salvador Airport (SAL)

      • If you have a late Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near SAL:

      • Grab a San Salvador Airport rental car and discover San Salvador and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Fox - Rent A Car and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.

      • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from San Salvador Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

      When to fly to San Salvador Airport (SAL)

      • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Salvador. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

      • Before locking in your flight from Des Moines Airport to San Salvador Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Salvador, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

      • December sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSM to SAL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of El Salvador

      • San Salvador is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of El Salvador just waiting to be discovered. About 8 kilometers north-east of San Salvador, a trip to Soyapango will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Teleferico San Jacinto, Chantecuán Ecological Park and Aviation Museum.

      • Santa Ana is another favorite destination in El Salvador and is around 48 kilometers north-west of San Salvador. No journey is complete without experiencing Parque Nacional El Imposible, Santa Ana Cathedral and San Jorge Ecological Park.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Des Moines to San Salvador

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.