Airport Comparison
| GBH | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galbraith Lake Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | GBH | SSA |
| ICAO Code | PAGB | SBSV |
| City | Galbraith Lake | Salvador |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 2,663 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | 68.480000, -149.490000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Galbraith Lake (GBH) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) in Galbraith Lake, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 12,197 kilometers (7,579 miles / 6,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.
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 14:33 in Galbraith Lake, it's 20:33 in Salvador. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,599 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Galbraith Lake Airport.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Galbraith Lake (GBH) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.