Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 45 minutes.
San Salvador and Comayagua are in the UTC-6 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are 45 El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, select the 07:55 AVIANCA flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:00 with AVIANCA.
To ensure you get on your SAL to XPL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
AVIANCA offers direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Comayagua — and maybe even more of Honduras if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with AVIANCA on this route.
AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier offering SAL to XPL flights. An exceptional 80.65% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SAL and XPL:
La Aurora International Airport
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport flight is C$184. A return ticket is currently C$392. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAL to XPL, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SAL to XPL.
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Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
84.27% of flights departing from El Salvador International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SAL.
El Salvador International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central San Salvador. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near SAL? If you've booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
If you're coming in on a late El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near XPL:
Go where the road takes you with a Palmerola Air Base Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Alamo or Enterprise and experience more of Comayagua and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Palmerola Air Base Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL) to central Comayagua
From Palmerola Air Base Airport, Comayagua is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Comayagua. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Comayagua, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAL to XPL in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Honduras
Tegucigalpa is just one of the many places in Honduras waiting to be explored after you've experienced Comayagua. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include El picacho, Museum for National Identity and Parque La Leona.
Around 121 kilometres north of Comayagua, San Pedro Sula is another essential stop in Honduras. No visit is complete without checking out Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Parque Altamira and Campo de Futbol Las Mercedes.
