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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salvador to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Salvador to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found72 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week446

Finding cheap flights from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro is 72 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro.
Azul Airlines, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Aerolineas Argentinas fly direct from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro.
As of April 2025, there are 223 flights per week flying from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Salvador Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from 72 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salvador Airport to Rio De Janeiro on Saturday, 16 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio De Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio De Janeiro.

Flying from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 7 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Salvador (the location of Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport).

  • The busiest route is from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Choose from 174 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SSA to GIG is the 03:00 GOL Linhas Aéreas service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:55 with GOL Linhas Aéreas.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from SSA to Rio De Janeiro. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a direct flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro that lands at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • Take to the skies with GOL Linhas Aéreas. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • For a domestic flight within Brazil, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Salvador, SSA can be reached in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near SSA? If you're catching an early flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to Rio De Janeiro

  • 38 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 72 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SSA to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from SSA to Rio De Janeiro is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from SSA to Rio De Janeiro, kick back at a hotel near SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To escape the crowds, head for Rio De Janeiro in May when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SSA to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.

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