Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Explore the options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) jetting off from either of these bases.
2 hours 5 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight.
Rio De Janeiro and Salvador (where Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
With 54 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) is the most popular route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 12:40am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from GIG to SSA is with Gol at 11:55pm.
Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SSA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Gol is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport departing from GIG.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between GIG and SSA is Gol.
Among carriers operating on this route, LATAM Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can get to SDU from central Rio De Janeiro in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to SSA flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near SSA and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport rental car and discover Salvador and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight.
Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
The centre of Salvador is about 21 kilometres from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
At the moment, ج.م. 3,081 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 6,324. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to SSA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
July is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA). Plan your visit to Salvador in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Salvador is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to SSA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
August has temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Salvador
Start your Salvador trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Salvador when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Pelourinho followed by Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
Explore more of Brazil
Salvador will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres north-east of Salvador, a trip to Aracaju will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Praça por do sol, Atalaia Beach and Refugio beach.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Brazil, head for Itabuna, roughly 225 kilometres south-west of Salvador. Paróquia Senhor do Bonfim, Cabruca Bike Park and Praça Beira Rio are highlights.