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El Salvador International Airport (Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero) to San Salvador — Transport Guide 2026

San Salvador (SAL) is 45 km southeast of central San Salvador. Avianca hub. El Salvador uses USD as official currency. Uber + InDrive operate. Airport shuttle van cheapest option for city.

SAL45 km to cityUSDLatin America
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Last updated: 2026-08

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Airport van shuttle (~$8-15)
Fastest
Uber (~45 min)

Every transport option compared

Uber / InDrive

ride share · Best for: Best value + fixed price
Cost
USD 20-35
Time
45-60 min
Frequency
On-demand
Both operate. Uber more common. Designated pickup zone.

Airport taxi (Acacya taxi cooperative)

taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
USD 25-45
Time
45-60 min
Frequency
On-demand
Acacya is the airport-approved taxi cooperative. Fixed rate at booth.

Airport van shuttle

shuttle · Best for: Budget travellers
Cost
USD 8-15 pp
Time
60-90 min
Frequency
Meets flights
Shared van drops at central hotels. Book at counter in arrivals.

Scam warning

EL SALVADOR IMPROVED SAFETY: Since 2022, El Salvador has dramatically improved safety (Bukele's gang crackdown). Airport transfer is now safe. Bitcoin is legal tender — many merchants accept it.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of San Salvador (SAL)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

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Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is El Salvador International Airport (Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero) from San Salvador?
El Salvador International Airport (Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero) (SAL) is 45 km from San Salvador city centre.
What is the cheapest way from SAL to San Salvador?
Airport van shuttle (~$8-15)
What is the fastest way from SAL to San Salvador?
Uber (~45 min)