San Salvador (San Luis Talpa) to Mexico City (SAL–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SAL–MEX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. avianca, Aeromexico and SalamAir lead the route. The flight covers 782 miles in approximately 2h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca Also: AC, VB | 11 | 320, 32N | 2h10-2h15 | – | Star Alliance | AC, VB |
| AM Aeromexico Also: LA | 7 | 7M8 | 2h25 | – | SkyTeam | LA |
| N3 SalamAir | 1 | 320 | 2h13 | – | – | – |
| Y4 Volaris | 1 | 32N | 2h13 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mexico City from San Salvador (San Luis Talpa)
| Metric | SAL→MEX | XPL→MEX | GUA→MEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAL | – | 116 mi | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 41 | 4 | 35 |
| Flight time | 2h 13m | 2h 35m | 2h 3m |
Travel Essentials
SAL: CST · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in San Salvador (San Luis Talpa), it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
SAL–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAL to MEX
El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (SAL) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from avianca, Aeromexico, SalamAir and Volaris. With 41 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SAL to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAL to MEX is about 2 hours 13 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 782 miles (1,258 km). There are approximately 41 weekly flights outbound and 37 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Juan Santamaría, Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) and Cancún. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Palmerola (XPL), Guatemala City (GUA) and San Pedro Sula (SAP).