Flying from Rome to Salvador International Airport (SSA): What you need to know
The timezone in Salvador is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Rome. Salvador International Airport is located in Salvador.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to SSA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Whether you're eager to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Rome to SSA.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Salvador International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
78% of flights that take off from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
You can reach CIA from central Rome in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Rome to SSA flight? Check in to a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
The majority of flights that depart Rome Ciampino Airport make it to their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 85%.
About Salvador International Airport (SSA)
Have a late flight from Rome to Salvador International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near SSA and hit the pillow fast:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rome to Salvador International Airport flight.
Getting from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Central Salvador is around 27 kilometres from Salvador International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
At the moment, 383 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Salvador International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 733 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Rome to SSA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Rome to Salvador International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Rome to SSA.
Find a cheap flight from Rome to Salvador International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rome to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
January is when most people book flights from Rome to Salvador International Airport (SSA). Visit Salvador in December for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Rome to SSA plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience 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 Rome to Salvador International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Salvador
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Salvador right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Salvador International Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Salvador when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Pelourinho followed by Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
Explore more of Brazil
Aracaju is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Salvador. Around 257 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach.
Itabuna is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 225 kilometres southwest of Salvador. No journey is complete without dropping by Cabruca Bike Park, Parque Zoobotanico da Matinha and Centro de Cultura Adonias Filho Theatre.