DGW
Douglas
United States
9,197 km
5,715 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
9,197 km
5,715 mi / 4,966 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
115°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

DGW SSA
Airport Name Converse County Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code DGW SSA
ICAO Code KDGW SBSV
City Douglas Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Denver America/Bahia
Elevation 4,933 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 42.800000, -105.390000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Douglas (DGW) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Converse County Airport (DGW) in Douglas, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 9,197 kilometers (5,715 miles / 4,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:31 in Douglas, it's 12:31 in Salvador. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,869 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Converse County Airport.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Douglas (DGW) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Converse County Airport (DGW) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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