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More About Flying To Mexico City from San Salvador

Route Information for Flights from San Salvador to Mexico City

Origin Airport IATA Code
SAL
Destination Airport IATA Code
MEX
Distance
782 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Air Canada, Avianca, Air France, Aeromexico
Earliest Flight Arrival
4:55PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
12:00AM UTC

Flying from San Salvador to Mexico City

Flights Out of El Salvador International Airport

If you're looking for cheap flights from San Salvador, Orbitz.com can help you find the deals you're looking for. Use the site's interface to book cheap airline tickets, hotel rooms and even rental cars. Flights out of San Salvador leave from the El Salvador International Airport, also known as Comalapa International Airport. The airport is located 31 miles from the center of San Salvador and is a thoroughly modern airport with plenty of amenities, including comfortable waiting rooms, Wi-Fi and full-service restaurants. The airlines servicing the airport include American Airlines, Delta Airlines and Spirit Airlines.

Transportation to El Salvador International Airport

If you rent a car in San Salvador, you can drop it off at the airport when you arrive for your flight. There are taxi services that go to and from the airport, but they don't have meters. Make sure you agree on a price before you get into the cab. Buses 138 and 400 run between the city and the airport every 30 minutes and cost $1.

Parking at the Airport

There's long-term and short-term parking at the airport. Short-term parking is 60 cents an hour or $3.50 per day. Long-term parking is 60 cents per hour or $2.50 per day.

Dining at the Airport

There are plenty of places to eat in this modern airport. The Coffee Cup is the perfect place to stop if you'd like to grab a bite to eat before an early morning flight. Book your cheap flights from San Salvador through Orbitz.com for a hassle-free, seamless booking process.

Airports in Mexico City

Finding convenient flights to Mexico City can be difficult because millions of people fly into and out of the area every year. Orbitz.com can help you find budget-friendly flights, because the site has the lowest prices available online. The Mexico City Airport, also known as the Benito Juárez International Airport, is the largest and most popular airport in the area because it is less than four miles from the city. The airport's two terminals service major airlines such as Alaska Airlines, TAM Airlines, and United Airlines. Traffic at the airport is often heavily congested, so you should make sure to give yourself plenty of time when commuting to the airport for your flight.

Transportation from the Airport

Terminal 1 has a metro station, which gives you access to the underground subway. This subway makes numerous stops around the city, including stops at some of the top hotels. The Metrobus opened in 2012 and drives visitors from the airport to downtown Mexico City. Rental cars and taxis are also available at the airport. A rental car will cost approximately $30 or more per day, while taxis can cost $10 or more for a one-way trip to the downtown area. Subway and bus rides are much cheaper at around $5 or less per ride.

Weather in Mexico City

Warm temperatures are common in Mexico City, with temperatures easily reaching 90 to 100 degrees F during the summer months. The winter is much colder, and you might experience temperatures below freezing. Heavy rainfall is also common during the summer.

Top Tourist Spots

There are several amusement parks in Mexico City, including Six Flags Mexico and La Feria Chapultepec Magico. Orbitz.com has discounts available for some of these attractions. After you start your search for flights to Mexico City, use Orbitz as a trip planner to help you find more fun things to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Salvador to Mexico City?
Yep, your fun-filled getaway is just a single flight away. Excellent news, isn’t it? Travel in comfort aboard one of the 3 carriers that fly straight from El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL) to MEX. Popular picks include:

  • Aeromexico
  • Avianca
  • Volaris

What is the shortest flight from San Salvador to Mexico City?
If conditions are good and all goes as scheduled, you could be landing at Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) from El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL) in as little as 2 hours and 50 minutes. With such a speedy flight time, think about taking hand luggage only.
What airlines fly from San Salvador to Mexico City most frequently?
The carriers that have the most frequent flights between El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL) and Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) include Aeromexico (AM). This popular option operates 30 flights on the route each month. Alternatively, secure your favorite window (or aisle) seat with Avianca (AV). You’ll have 17 monthly flights between San Salvador and Mexico City to select from with this company.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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