Direct (nonstop) flights from San Salvador to Roatan

1 airline flys nonstop from El Salvador International (SAL) to Roatan (RTB). It's 260 miles (418 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by TAGAirlines.

SAL
El Salvador International
🇸🇻 San Salvador, El Salvador
RTB
Roatan
🇭🇳 Roatan, Honduras
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
260 mi
418 km
CO₂/pax
48 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
TAGAirlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by TAGAirlines TAGAirlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

TAGAirlines 5U TAGAirlines
Route
SAL → RTB
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
260 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from San Salvador to Roatan with one stop · direct emits 48 kg CO₂ per passenger

SAL SAP (San Pedro Sula) RTB
Leg 1: 55m (157 mi) Leg 2: 45m (110 mi) Total: ~1h 40m 🍃 74 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → SAP
55m · 157 mi
View SAL to SAP flights →
Leg 2
SAP → RTB
45m · 110 mi
View SAP to RTB flights →
SAL GUA (Guatemala City) RTB
Leg 1: 50m (126 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (292 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → GUA
50m · 126 mi
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Leg 2
GUA → RTB
1h 20m · 292 mi
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SAL MIA (Miami) RTB
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,023 mi) Leg 2: 2h 26m (766 mi) Total: ~5h 6m 🍃 340 kg CO₂ (+608% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → MIA
2h 40m · 1,023 mi
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Leg 2
MIA → RTB
2h 26m · 766 mi
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SAL IAH (Houston) RTB
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,207 mi) Leg 2: 2h 52m (1,094 mi) Total: ~5h 57m 🍃 414 kg CO₂ (+763% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → IAH
3h 5m · 1,207 mi
View SAL to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → RTB
2h 52m · 1,094 mi
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SAL ATL (Atlanta) RTB
Leg 1: 3h 37m (1,420 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,199 mi) Total: ~6h 47m 🍃 468 kg CO₂ (+875% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAL → ATL
3h 37m · 1,420 mi
View SAL to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → RTB
3h 10m · 1,199 mi
View ATL to RTB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from San Salvador to Roatan?

A nonstop flight from San Salvador (SAL) to Roatan (RTB) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 260 miles (418 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Salvador to Roatan?

Just TAGAirlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from San Salvador to Roatan?

Yes. 1 airline: TAGAirlines.

How far is San Salvador from Roatan?

The flight distance from San Salvador to Roatan is 260 miles (418 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from San Salvador to Roatan?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from El Salvador to Honduras?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Honduras embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from San Salvador to Roatan?

Roughly 48 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 240 km.

Is the return flight from Roatan to San Salvador also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to Roatan?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at El Salvador International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.