DTW
Detroit
United States
7,660 km
4,760 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
7,660 km
4,760 mi / 4,136 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
132°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW SSA
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code DTW SSA
ICAO Code KDTW SBSV
City Detroit Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Bahia
Elevation 645 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Detroit (DTW) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 7,660 kilometers (4,760 miles / 4,136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 02:03 in Detroit, it's 04:03 in Salvador.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 326° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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