Right after security in T1, Dufry is your main duty-free stop.
Dufry sits airside in Terminal T1 at El Salvador International Airport, just past security before you reach most international gates. It runs from early morning into late-night bank departures, so you can usually swing by on both the first and last flights of the day. Expect standard duty-free pricing on liquor, cosmetics, and chocolates, generally better than city retail but not a crazy markdown.
The shop leans heavily on liquor and perfume, with shelves of big-brand whisky, rum, vodka, and fragrance lines you’ll recognize. You’ll also find basic travel needs like snacks, bottled water, and small electronics, plus cigarettes and some Salvadoran coffee packs for gifting. Think one-stop pre-boarding shop rather than a deep specialty store.
Selection focuses on major labels; if you want a specific niche brand, plan to buy in town instead. Prices on 1L spirits follow typical regional duty-free ranges, so it’s fine for last-minute bottles rather than stock-up runs. Chocolates and candy boxes near the checkout work when you forgot souvenirs and have under 10 minutes before boarding.
One tip: walk the full perimeter of the store before paying, as promo stands with 2-for deals on rum or whisky sometimes sit closer to the center than the main shelves. If your gate is at the far end of T1, shop first, then head straight to boarding to avoid backtracking through crowds.