Direct (nonstop) flights from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador

1 airline flys nonstop from La Mesa International (SAP) to El Salvador International (SAL). It's 157 miles (253 km), about 50m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA.

SAP
La Mesa International
🇭🇳 San Pedro Sula, Honduras
SAL
El Salvador International
🇸🇻 San Salvador, El Salvador
Flight Time
50m
Distance
157 mi
253 km
CO₂/pax
29 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AVIANCA
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
SAP → SAL
Flight Time
50m
Distance
157 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador with one stop · direct emits 29 kg CO₂ per passenger

SAP GUA (Guatemala City) SAL
Leg 1: 1h (183 mi) Leg 2: 55m (126 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 82 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAP → GUA
1h · 183 mi
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Leg 2
GUA → SAL
55m · 126 mi
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SAP RTB (Roatan) SAL
Leg 1: 45m (110 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (260 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 93 kg CO₂ (+221% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAP → RTB
45m · 110 mi
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Leg 2
RTB → SAL
1h 20m · 260 mi
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SAP PTY (Panama City) SAL
Leg 1: 2h 13m (725 mi) Leg 2: 2h 7m (721 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 293 kg CO₂ (+910% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAP → PTY
2h 13m · 725 mi
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Leg 2
PTY → SAL
2h 7m · 721 mi
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SAP MEX (Mexico City) SAL
Leg 1: 2h 25m (784 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (781 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 315 kg CO₂ (+986% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAP → MEX
2h 25m · 784 mi
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Leg 2
MEX → SAL
2h 10m · 781 mi
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SAP FLL (Fort Lauderdale) SAL
Leg 1: 2h 19m (886 mi) Leg 2: 2h 47m (1,043 mi) Total: ~5h 6m 🍃 365 kg CO₂ (+1159% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SAP → FLL
2h 19m · 886 mi
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Leg 2
FLL → SAL
2h 47m · 1,043 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador?

A nonstop flight from San Pedro Sula (SAP) to San Salvador (SAL) takes approximately 0 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 157 miles (253 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador?

Just AVIANCA.

Is there a nonstop flight from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador?

Yes. 1 airline: AVIANCA.

How far is San Pedro Sula from San Salvador?

The flight distance from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador is 157 miles (253 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from San Pedro Sula to San Salvador?

At 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 29 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 145 km.

Is the return flight from San Salvador to San Pedro Sula 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 Pedro Sula to San Salvador?

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 La Mesa International for this flight?

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