Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): what you need to know
The timezone in Salvador is UTC-3, which is five hours behind Athens.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ATH to SSA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Many passengers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport when flying between ATH and SSA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
R 5,725 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 13,407. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ATH to SSA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to SSA.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
If you're landing on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near SSA:
Explore without limits with a Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Salvador and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to the centre of Salvador has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Salvador in April.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Salvador, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to SSA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Salvador, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel about 483 kilometres north-east to Maceio to tick off its leading sights. From Parque municipal de Maceio to Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Brazil, head for Aracaju, about 257 kilometres north-east of Salvador. Atalaia Beach, Orla de Atalaia and Olimpio Campos Palace are the start of reasons to visit.
