Cheap Flights from Salvador (SSA) to Rio de Janeiro (RIOA)

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Salvador to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£98
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineAerolineas Argentinas
Average flights per week366

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 £98. 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 11 minutes is the average flight time from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro.
Aerolineas Argentinas, Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro.
As of July 2025, there are 732 flights per week flying from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro is usually October.
If you're flying from Salvador Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 7.6 miles away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from £98.
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 Friday, 24 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 11 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

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

  • Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Salvador (the location of Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport) and Rio De Janeiro follow the same timezone — UTC-3.

  • The busiest route is from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). There are 55 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SSA to GIG is the 00:15 Gol option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:55 with Gol.

  • Leave enough time to catch your SSA to Rio De Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Begin your journey at SSA and fly straight to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro tickets.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Gol. This airline operates direct flights from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The journey from central Salvador to SSA takes about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 miles in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SSA:

  • Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.87% of flights that depart SSA arrive at their destination on time.

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

  • £52 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is £98. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SSA to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight from SSA to Rio De Janeiro is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Save money on your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 miles away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SSA to Rio De Janeiro.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Central Rio De Janeiro is around 1 mile from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.

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

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will help you save.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 20 miles from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.

  • Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel close to RRJ. Get settled at one of these stays after your SSA to Rio De Janeiro flight:

  • Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and focus on the journey ahead, not on how to get there. Whether you want a compact or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find your ideal set of wheels.

  • Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is always smart. As well as better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SSA to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:

  • Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just two of the major attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel about 220 miles west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 210 miles north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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