Direct (nonstop) flights from Quito to San Salvador

1 airline flys nonstop from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO) to El Salvador International (SAL). It's 1,186 miles (1,909 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA.

UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
SAL
El Salvador International
🇸🇻 San Salvador, El Salvador
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,186 mi
1,909 km
CO₂/pax
200 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AVIANCA
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
UIO → SAL
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,186 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Quito to San Salvador with one stop · direct emits 200 kg CO₂ per passenger

UIO SJO (San Jose) SAL
Leg 1: 2h 15m (803 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → SJO
2h 15m · 803 mi
View UIO to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → SAL
1h 20m · 405 mi
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UIO PTY (Panama City) SAL
Leg 1: 1h 57m (635 mi) Leg 2: 2h 7m (721 mi) Total: ~4h 4m 🍃 277 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → PTY
1h 57m · 635 mi
View UIO to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → SAL
2h 7m · 721 mi
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UIO MDE (Medellin) SAL
Leg 1: 1h 30m (477 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,054 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → MDE
1h 30m · 477 mi
View UIO to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → SAL
2h 50m · 1,054 mi
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UIO BOG (Bogota) SAL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (441 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,182 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 307 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → BOG
1h 35m · 441 mi
View UIO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → SAL
3h 5m · 1,182 mi
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UIO LIM (Lima) SAL
Leg 1: 2h 15m (822 mi) Leg 2: 4h 20m (1,932 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 504 kg CO₂ (+152% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → LIM
2h 15m · 822 mi
View UIO to LIM flights →
Leg 2
LIM → SAL
4h 20m · 1,932 mi
View LIM to SAL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Quito (UIO) to San Salvador (SAL) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,186 miles (1,909 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Quito to San Salvador?

Just AVIANCA.

Is there a nonstop flight from Quito to San Salvador?

Yes. 1 airline: AVIANCA.

How far is Quito from San Salvador?

The flight distance from Quito to San Salvador is 1,186 miles (1,909 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Quito and San Salvador?

San Salvador is 1 hour behind Quito. (America/Guayaquil vs America/El_Salvador.)

What type of aircraft flies from Quito to San Salvador?

At 2h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ecuador 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 Quito to San Salvador?

Roughly 200 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,000 km.

Is the return flight from San Salvador to Quito 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 Quito to San Salvador?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Mariscal Sucre International for this flight?

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