Travelling from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) leaving from here.
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is located in Salvador. The city runs on the UTC-3 timezone and is one hour ahead of Tampa.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Tampa to SSA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is around 29 kilometres from central Tampa. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to SSA flight:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.01%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SSA instead:
Pick up a Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport rental car and discover Salvador and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight.
Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Central Salvador is about 21 kilometres from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
R 5,302 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Return flights start from R 12,648. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tampa to SSA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA). July is when most people travel to Salvador. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
The warmest month in Salvador is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Tampa to SSA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Salvador
Start your Salvador trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tampa to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Pelourinho, Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia are essential stops on your Salvador itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Salvador, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey about 257 kilometres north-east to Aracaju to check off its popular sights. From Praça por do sol to Atalaia Beach and Refugio beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Itabuna is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 225 kilometres south-west of Salvador. No trip is complete without a visit to Paróquia Senhor do Bonfim, Cabruca Bike Park and Praça Beira Rio.
