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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Cancun - Compare and Book on Opodo

Cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to Cancun

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of April. Take advantage of this per
week: 6 Apr - 12 Apr
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
98%Trains are 98% more expensive in Cancun than in San Salvador.
San Salvador$0.50
Cancun$0.99
MealMid-priced restaurant
70%The average meal is 70% more expensive in Cancun than in San Salvador.
San Salvador$9.73
Cancun$16.52
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
17%A taxi fare in Cancun is 17% cheaper than in San Salvador.
San Salvador$7.92
Cancun$6.61
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
20%Coffee is 20% more expensive in Cancun than in San Salvador.
San Salvador$4.65
Cancun$5.59
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 12.18 MXN
1 MXN = 0.09 AUD
Last checked on Tue, 3/02
Distance: 867 kms
San Salvador airports
Comalapa Intl. (SAL)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Cancun airports
Cancun (CUN)How far from city centre: 12 kms

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When do you want to depart from San Salvador? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Cancun. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from San Salvador to Cancun and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from San Salvador to Cancun

How long does the flight take to go from San Salvador to Cancun?
The total flight time between San Salvador and Cancun is of around 02:26 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,277 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from San Salvador to Cancun at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from San Salvador to Cancun. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
Is Cancun expensive to visit compared to San Salvador?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cancun costs an average of 6.61 AUD, 17% cheaper than San Salvador, with a fare of 7.92 AUD,
while train tickets costs 98% more in Cancun: 0.99 AUD against 0.50 AUD in San Salvador.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 16.52 AUD in Cancun, 70% more than the 9.73 AUD in San Salvador.
The price of the coffee is around 20% more expensive in Cancun, with an average of 5.59 AUD , while in San Salvador the coffee costs 4.65 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from San Salvador to Cancun?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Mexico may apply when travelling from San Salvador. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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