Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): what you need to know
The timezone in San Salvador is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Doha.
To ensure you catch your DOH to SAL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DOH and SAL:
Miami International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Right now, R 23,335 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 30,370. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from DOH to SAL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that depart DOH reach their destination without delay.
To get to Hamad International Airport from central Doha, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DOH? If you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
If you're getting in on a late Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAL:
Grab an El Salvador International Airport rental car and explore San Salvador and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Fox - Rent A Car and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from El Salvador International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador
El Salvador International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of San Salvador. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Salvador based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Hamad International Airport to El Salvador International Airport for March if you'd like to explore San Salvador during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DOH to SAL in January. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of El Salvador
San Salvador is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of El Salvador waiting to be discovered. Around 8 kilometres north-east of San Salvador, a trip to Soyapango will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Parque de Ciudad Credisa, MONUMENTO A LOS HERMANOS CAIDOS and Zona verde (cancha, parque y casa comunal).
Santa Ana is another well-known destination in El Salvador and is around 48 kilometres north-west of San Salvador. No trip is complete without visiting Planta seca, Secundario Condominios Procavia Park and San Cayetano Park.
