FCM
Minneapolis
United States
8,480 km
5,269 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
8,480 km
5,269 mi / 4,579 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
125°
southeast

Airport Comparison

FCM SSA
Airport Name Flying Cloud Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code FCM SSA
ICAO Code KFCM SBSV
City Minneapolis Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bahia
Elevation 906 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 44.800000, -93.500000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Minneapolis (FCM) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) in Minneapolis, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 8,480 kilometers (5,269 miles / 4,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 11:05 in Minneapolis, it's 14:05 in Salvador. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Minneapolis (FCM) follows a heading of 323° (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 Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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