Travelling from Tampa to Salvador International Airport (SSA): What you need to know
Salvador is two hours ahead of Tampa. Salvador International Airport is located in Salvador, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from Tampa to SSA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during busy months like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Salvador International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:
78% of flights taking off from Tampa International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Tampa to SSA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Salvador International Airport (SSA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tampa to Salvador International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SSA:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Tampa to Salvador International Airport flight.
Getting from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Salvador International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Salvador. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Salvador International Airport is 300 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 597 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Tampa to SSA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Salvador. January is when most people book flights from Tampa to Salvador International Airport (SSA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Tampa to SSA plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Salvador to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Salvador International Airport in August when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Salvador
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay 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 Tampa to Salvador International Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Salvador when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at 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 explored after you've seen Salvador. Around 257 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach.
Around 225 kilometres southwest of Salvador, Itabuna is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cabruca Bike Park, Parque Zoobotanico da Matinha and Centro de Cultura Adonias Filho Theatre.
