Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) taking off from here.
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is located in Salvador. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
To ensure you get on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SSA, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL is roughly 8 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
About Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
Consider booking a hotel close to SSA if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Pick one of these 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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport from R 4,831 or travel return from just R 13,685. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to SSA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Salvador, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Salvador is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Fort Lauderdale to SSA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Salvador
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Salvador right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Salvador is to explore its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Pelourinho, Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.
Complete your Salvador trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Salvador. Browse the offers and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.