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Flights from Mexicali to San Salvador

Nonstop flights from Mexicali (MXL) to San Salvador (SAL) take about 4h 46m (3,407 km). Volaris flies it. Lowest fare seen: $241 one-way, 1 stop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Mexicali to San Salvador

Carriers on MXL–SAL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Mexicali to San Salvador flights

How long is the flight from Mexicali to San Salvador?
A nonstop flight from Mexicali (MXL) to San Salvador (SAL) takes about 4h 46m, covering 3,407 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Mexicali from San Salvador by air?
The great-circle distance between General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport and El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez is 3,407 km (2,117 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Mexicali to San Salvador?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MXL–SAL route include Volaris. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Mexicali to San Salvador cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MXL–SAL was $241 USD with Aeromexico (1 stop), departing 28 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Mexicali to San Salvador?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter San Salvador visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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