Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) taking off from either of these.
2 hours 7 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport.
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is located in Salvador. The city's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) is the most popular route. There are 189 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 23:55. Go for the first GIG to SSA departure operated by GOL Linhas Aéreas at 00:45 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SSA.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can hop 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).
When jetting out of GIG, you can take a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport with GOL Linhas Aéreas.
GIG is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
Consider booking a hotel near SSA if you're catching a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Salvador. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
For a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, 40 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just 82 €. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to SSA by booking 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Salvador in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SSA for March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salvador to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Salvador
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Salvador right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport:
Pelourinho and Mercado Modelo are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Salvador must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.
Complete your Salvador trip with a car rental
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