Rio De Janeiro to Salvador (GIG–SSA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Rio De Janeiro to Salvador
8 carriers, 252 flights/week nonstop.
8 Airlines
252 Flights/wk
757 mi
1h 51m nonstop
24 1-stop hubs
GIG–SSA is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. GOL, Aerolineas Argentinas and Azul lead the route. The flight covers 757 miles in approximately 1h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop GIG–SSA service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| G3 GOL | 70 | 738, 7M8 | 1h51-2h15 | – | – | – |
| AR Aerolineas Argentinas | 49 | 320, 738, 7M8 | 2h-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AD Azul | 47 | 738, 7M8 | 2h-2h15 | – | – | – |
| CM Copa Airlines | 42 | 738 | 2h-2h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AV avianca | 17 | 738 | 2h-2h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AF Air France | 13 | 738, 7M8 | 2h05-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 7M8 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| LA LATAM Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GIG to SSA direction.
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42
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33
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50
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252
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256
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GIG to SSA.
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Fastest
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Longest
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Salvador is 0 hours
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Rio De Janeiro.
GIG: -03 · SSA: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 6:00 PM in Salvador.
GIG: -03 · SSA: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 6:00 PM in Salvador.
Distance & Flight Time
757 mi / 1,218 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 51m to 2h 15m.
Getting to GIG
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Transcarioca line runs from Alvorada terminal (Barra da Tijuca) through the city to GIG in about 55 minutes (R$4.05). The metro does not reach GIG directly, but combined metro + BRT journeys are possible.Taxis from Ipanema or Copacabana cost R$70–100 (40–60 min). Uber and 99 (dominant in Brazil) run R$50–80. The Real Auto Ônibus airport bus connects Rodoviária Novo Rio and the city for R$16. Allow 90+ minutes from the South Zone during rush hour; the highway through Ilha do Governador can back up severely.
Facts
GIG–SSA Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Rio De Janeiro to Salvador route.
Route details
Distance757 mi / 1,218 km
Flight time1h 51m to 2h 15m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)8
Weekly flights252 out / 256 return
1-stop connections24 hubs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about GIG to SSA flights.
Nonstop flights from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport take approximately 1h 51m to 2h 15m. The route covers 757 miles.
8 airlines operate nonstop service: Azul, Air France, Aerolineas Argentinas, avianca, Copa Airlines, Emirates, GOL and LATAM Airlines.
There are approximately 252 nonstop flights per week from GIG to SSA. The return direction has about 256 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from SSA to GIG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
LATAM and Azul both operate GIG-SSA nonstop. LATAM runs daily departures using A320 aircraft. Azul adds service with Embraer and A320 equipment. Gol serves Rio-Salvador but often routes through Congonhas (CGH) rather than Galeao, so verify the departure airport when booking. The 1,200 km sector takes two hours block time.
Galeao (GIG) is Rio's international airport on Governador Island, 17 km from the city center. Congonhas (CGH) is the city airport, 8 km from downtown, used for domestic shuttles. Flights from CGH to SSA are operated by Gol on its Brazilian air bridge network. Galeao offers more international connection options and handles the airport bus routes from the south zone. If you are arriving internationally and connecting to Salvador, Galeao is almost always your terminal.
Salvador's Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Airport is 28 km from the Pelourinho historic center. The executive airport bus (Rota Litoral) runs to Praca da Se for R$15 in about 50 minutes. Taxis run R$80 to R$100 depending on traffic. Uber is available from the arrivals level. There is no metro connection to the airport from central Salvador. Traffic on the main access road, BR-324, can extend journey times significantly during rush hours.
Rio de Janeiro to Salvador: Southeast Brazil to Northeast Brazil
GIG-SSA links Rio de Janeiro's international hub to Salvador, the capital of Bahia State and the largest city in northeast Brazil. LATAM holds the primary nonstop capacity with daily A320 service. Azul provides supplementary rotations. The 1,200 km coastal route takes two hours block time. Salvador draws a mix of cultural tourism (Afro-Brazilian heritage, Carnaval), beach travel, and business passengers from Rio's corporate and government sector. Demand peaks around Salvador's Carnaval in February, which is one of the largest street carnival events in the world, and during Brazilian school holidays in July and January.
Galeao Hub and Salvador Airport Notes
Galeao operates two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 handles most domestic traffic including LATAM domestic and some Azul rotations. Terminal 2 handles international departures and arrivals. A free airside shuttle bus connects the two terminals. Salvador's airport (SSA) expanded its international terminal in 2014 for the FIFA World Cup, giving it capacity well above its current utilization. SSA has direct connections to Lisbon via TAP Air Portugal, Madrid via Iberia, and Miami via American Airlines, in addition to its domestic network. Passengers routing Rio-Salvador-overseas will clear international departure at SSA. Salvador's regional importance as a cultural and tourism center makes SSA one of the top-ten busiest Brazilian domestic airports.