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Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-1978
13:57
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
9H :00 M
1 Stop
ATL · 3h 15m Atlanta (ATL), United States
23:57
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-380
13:43
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
8H :17 M
1 Stop
DFW · 1h 46m Dallas (DFW), United States
23:00
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-380
13:43
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
9H :16 M
1 Stop
DFW · 2h 48m Dallas (DFW), United States
23:59
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-380
13:43
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
25H :33 M
1 Stop
DFW · 19h 07m Dallas (DFW), United States
16:16
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-380
13:43
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
27H :52 M
1 Stop
DFW · 21h 17m Dallas (DFW), United States
18:35
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-380
13:43
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
28H :33 M
1 Stop
DFW · 21h 59m Dallas (DFW), United States
19:16
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-380
13:43
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
29H :55 M
1 Stop
DFW · 23h 19m Dallas (DFW), United States
20:38
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-1508
12:31
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
22H :47 M
2 Stops
MIA · 4h 41m Miami (MIA), United States
PHL · 9h 39m Philadelphia (PHL), United States
12:18
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
AA
American Airlines
AA-1508
12:31
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
28H :02 M
2 Stops
MIA · 4h 41m Miami (MIA), United States
PHL · 15h 00m Philadelphia (PHL), United States
17:33
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
12H :55 M
1 Stop
IAH · 6h 55m Houston (IAH), United States
19:55
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
14H :36 M
1 Stop
IAH · 8h 34m Houston (IAH), United States
21:36
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
16H :26 M
1 Stop
IAH · 10h 30m Houston (IAH), United States
23:26
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
17H :45 M
1 Stop
IAH · 11h 55m Houston (IAH), United States
00:45
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
24H :51 M
1 Stop
IAH · 18h 50m Houston (IAH), United States
07:51
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
26H :11 M
1 Stop
IAH · 20h 10m Houston (IAH), United States
09:11
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
27H :11 M
1 Stop
IAH · 21h 10m Houston (IAH), United States
10:11
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
28H :17 M
1 Stop
IAH · 22h 15m Houston (IAH), United States
11:17
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1467
06:00
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
29H :45 M
1 Stop
IAH · 23h 43m Houston (IAH), United States
12:45
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
8H :36 M
1 Stop
IAH · 2h 40m Houston (IAH), United States
23:26
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
9H :55 M
1 Stop
IAH · 4h 05m Houston (IAH), United States
00:45
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
17H :01 M
1 Stop
IAH · 11h 00m Houston (IAH), United States
07:51
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
18H :21 M
1 Stop
IAH · 12h 20m Houston (IAH), United States
09:11
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International

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United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
19H :21 M
1 Stop
IAH · 13h 20m Houston (IAH), United States
10:11
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
20H :27 M
1 Stop
IAH · 14h 25m Houston (IAH), United States
11:17
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
21H :55 M
1 Stop
IAH · 15h 53m Houston (IAH), United States
12:45
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1468
13:50
2026-10-30
San Salvador (SAL)El SalvadorComalapa International
24H :01 M
1 Stop
IAH · 18h 00m Houston (IAH), United States
14:51
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)United StatesO Hare International
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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare $404 Delta Air Lines 13:57
Earliest departure $503 United Airlines 02:00
Shortest duration $621 American Airlines 12:31
Night 00:00-05:59 $503 United Airlines at 02:00
Morning 06:00-11:59 $478 United Airlines at 06:00
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 $404 Delta Air Lines at 13:57
Evening 18:00-23:59 $478 United Airlines at 22:54

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

San Salvador (SAL)

Comalapa International

El Salvador

Chicago (ORD)

O Hare International

USA

Flights shown for 30 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for Chicago

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).

  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMonday
  • 11NovVeterans DayWednesday
  • 26NovThanksgiving DayThursday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel San Salvador to Chicago

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OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Connecting flight₹39,017Longer, includes a stop104 options

4 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from San Salvador to Chicago

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United Airlines Flights

from $47853 flights
Fares from
$478
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
53 in the list above

American Airlines Flights

from $47240 flights
Fares from
$472
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
40 in the list above

Air Canada Flights

from $65910 flights
Fares from
$659
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
10 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration7h 59m · American Airlines
First departure of the day02:00 · United Airlines
Last departure of the day22:54 · United Airlines
Flight options found104
Airport codesSan Salvador–SAL, Chicago–ORD

Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.

Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 104 flight options. The first flight leaves around 02:00 and the last around 22:54. The fastest flight takes about 7h 59m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from $404, Morning from $478, Evening from $478, Night from $503. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About Chicago

Chicago’s downtown Loop puts Millennium Park, the Art Institute and the Riverwalk within a manageable area. The lakefront creates a second axis for walking, while neighbourhoods farther out need transit time of their own. Passengers landing at O’Hare may be changing flights or visiting relatives in the wider region, so check whether an overnight hotel is near the airport or downtown. The CTA Blue Line runs from the airport into the city and avoids the road congestion that can affect a taxi.

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Tips for travellers from India

The Loop is useful for the Art Institute, Millennium Park and central rail links, while a hotel near O’Hare serves an early flight or suburban appointment. These bases are a substantial distance apart. The CTA Blue Line reaches the airport from downtown, but passengers arriving at Terminal 5 first need the airport connection to the main rail-access area. The airport train and an intercity rail departure from Union Station are separate arrangements.

Air India uses Terminal 5. United domestic flights and international departures use Terminal 1, while many international arrivals are processed through Terminal 5, so an onward connection can involve a building change. In the city, pair the Art Institute with Millennium Park rather than crossing to a distant neighbourhood between them. The Riverwalk offers another central route, while the lakefront extends far beyond the downtown section. The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public in June 2026 in Jackson Park, creating a museum outing on the South Side rather than another stop beside the Loop. Plan that visit as its own district trip. A river architecture cruise also has a specific departure dock, which should be matched to the walking route. Choose between a museum-heavy day and a longer lakefront walk before booking several timed attractions.

Best time to visit Chicago

May to June or September to October, about 12–25°C, for river and lake walks.

Places to visit in Chicago

Millennium ParkArt Institute of ChicagoChicago RiverwalkNavy PierMuseum CampusDevon Avenue

How to reach Chicago

By Air: O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is about 27 km northwest of downtown Chicago; the CTA Blue Line takes about 45 minutes to the Loop. Taxis and booked cars also operate.

By Rail: Chicago Union Station serves intercity trains; the CTA Blue Line links O’Hare with downtown.

By Road: Airport taxis and app-based cars use expressways; intercity coaches use downtown stops.

What to do in Chicago

Walk from Millennium Park to the Art Institute.
Follow the Chicago Riverwalk.
Take an architecture cruise on the Chicago River.
Explore the lakefront around Museum Campus.

Chicago airport information

O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Air India operates from O’Hare Terminal 5. United uses Terminal 1 for domestic flights and international departures, while international arrivals without preclearance generally use Terminal 5.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking San Salvador to Chicago flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the San Salvador to Chicago dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at $404. This can change from week to week.

How far is San Salvador from Chicago by air?

The flying distance depends on the routing the airline selects. The flight cards above show duration and stop details for each result.

Are there non-stop flights from SAL to ORD?

Not on the dates shown here. Every San Salvador to Chicago option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.

Which airlines fly San Salvador to Chicago?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from San Salvador to Chicago?

Every option on this page has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 7h 59m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.

What is the baggage allowance on San Salvador to Chicago flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest San Salvador to Chicago flight fare?

The lowest San Salvador to Chicago fare on this page is $404. Fares on the same dates run up to $3,054, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

What time do San Salvador to Chicago flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 02:00 and the last around 22:54, local time at San Salvador. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

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Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.

Before you book this route

Check the airport codes SAL–ORD, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.

Where these fares come from

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What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

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Lowest San Salvador to Chicago airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare $404 30/10/2026 Delta Air Lines 13:57
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days $396 07/11/2026 Delta Air Lines 13:57
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days $384 06/01/2027 Delta Air Lines 13:57

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San Salvador to Chicago Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 104 flight options. The first departure from San Salvador is at 02:00 and the last is at 22:54. Flights leave from Comalapa International and land at O Hare International.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteSan Salvador to Chicago
Flight Duration7h 59m - 34h 13m
Airport CodesSan Salvador - SAL, Chicago - ORD
Total Flights Available104 flights0 direct104 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 02:00
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 22:54
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)17 flights0 direct17 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)6 flights0 direct6 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)63 flights0 direct63 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)No flights in this time slot
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)18 flights0 direct18 with layovers

Airport Information & Terminals

SAL: San Salvador airport. Airport access in San Salvador depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.

ORD: Chicago airport system. Chicago flights commonly use O'Hare or Midway. O'Hare is a huge hub with rail access; Midway can be easier for some city-side trips. Winter weather and traffic should be part of the booking decision.

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