Overview
Antiguo Cuscatlán is a town in El Salvador.
Its population is roughly 34,000.
On the map it sits in North America, in the northern hemisphere.
Ilopango International Airport (ILS) is the closest airport, roughly 15 km away.
Key facts
| Country | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Population | 33,767 |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
| Nearest airport | Ilopango International Airport (ILS), 15 km |
| Currency | USD |
Where Antiguo Cuscatlán is
Antiguo Cuscatlán sits in El Salvador, in the northern part of North America.
Santa Tecla lies about 4 km to the north-west, Santa Ana lies about 49 km to the north-west and San Marcos lies about 8 km to the east.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Ilopango International Airport (ILS), roughly 15 km away.
Alternative gateways include El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (SAL, 32 km).
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Find flights to Antiguo Cuscatlán →arrives ILS (14.9 km away)
Getting around
It is small enough to walk end to end; a car or taxi helps for anything beyond the centre.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly tropical (northern hemisphere): hot for much of the year with a distinct wet season; the cooler, drier window is the most comfortable time to travel.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Antiguo Cuscatlán is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through ILS.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Santa Tecla (4 km to the north-west); Santa Ana (49 km to the north-west); San Marcos (8 km to the east); La Libertad (21 km to the south); San Salvador (8 km to the east).
Good to know
The currency is the USD (Dollar).
The main language spoken is Spanish.
Clocks run on America/El_Salvador time.
Traffic drives on the right.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Where to stay in Antiguo Cuscatlán
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Antiguo Cuscatlán?
- Ilopango International Airport (ILS) is the closest airport, about 15 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Antiguo Cuscatlán?
- The drier season is generally the most comfortable time to visit.
- What is near Antiguo Cuscatlán?
- Santa Tecla is one of the closest places, about 4 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Antiguo Cuscatlán in?
- Antiguo Cuscatlán is in El Salvador.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.