Flying from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Salvador (the location of Salvador International Airport) and Rio de Janeiro are in the same timezone — UTC-3.
The most popular route is from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Choose from 51 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SSA to GIG is the 00:15 Gol service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:55 with Gol.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SSA to Rio de Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket. Start your trip at SSA and land at Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
Book your ticket with Gol. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Travelling from central Salvador to SSA takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near SSA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
81% of flights leaving Salvador International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from SSA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to Rio de Janeiro
₹ 6,363 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 11,637. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SSA to Rio de Janeiro.
June is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SSA to Rio de Janeiro can help you get the best possible rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is located around 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SSA to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 45 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes using public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near RRJ. Get settled at one of these options after your SSA to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the most popular month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Book a Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SSA to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Salvador International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are popular attractions which should feature on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.