Flying from Orlando to Salvador International Airport (SSA): What you need to know
The timezone in Salvador is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Orlando. Salvador International Airport is located in Salvador.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Orlando to SSA. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like March or holiday times such as Christmas and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Orlando to Salvador International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
77% of flights that depart Orlando International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is about 40 kilometres from central Orlando. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Orlando to SSA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Salvador International Airport (SSA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Salvador International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SSA:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Orlando to Salvador International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Salvador International Airport is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Salvador. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
At the moment, 247 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Salvador International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 582 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Orlando to SSA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Orlando to Salvador International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Salvador International Airport (SSA). Plan your visit to Salvador in December for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Orlando to SSA plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Salvador to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Salvador International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Salvador
After booking your flight from Orlando to Salvador International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Salvador:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Salvador when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Pelourinho followed by Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
Explore more of Brazil
Salvador has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 257 kilometres northeast of Salvador, a trip to Aracaju will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach.
Itabuna is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 225 kilometres southwest of Salvador. No trip is complete without seeing Cabruca Bike Park, Parque Zoobotanico da Matinha and Centro de Cultura Adonias Filho Theatre.