Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): what you need to know
Salvador's timezone is UTC-3, making Salvador four hours ahead of San Francisco.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SFO to SSA flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
At the moment, R 5,785 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,803. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to SSA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SSA:
Go where the road takes you with a Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Salvador and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Salvador. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Salvador based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Salvador during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to SSA in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Salvador, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 483 kilometres north-east to Maceio to tick off its top sights. From Parque municipal de Maceio to Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, head for Aracaju, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Salvador. Atalaia Beach, Orla de Atalaia and Olimpio Campos Palace are key reasons to visit.
