Travelling from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Salvador and Rio De Janeiro are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SSA to SDU flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Gol has direct flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Rio De Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Gol on this route.
Gol tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for SSA to SDU flights, with 88.46% of services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Currently, P4,339 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P8,896. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from SSA to SDU by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SSA to SDU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.87% of flights that take off from SSA reach their destination on time.
Central Salvador to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SSA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Consider booking a hotel close to SDU if you have a late Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Santos Dumont Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
From Santos Dumont Airport, Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
January is the most popular month for flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Rio De Janeiro in April.
When reserving your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SSA to SDU in July. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.