GFK
Grand Forks
United States
8,908 km
5,535 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
8,908 km
5,535 mi / 4,810 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
122°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

GFK SSA
Airport Name Grand Forks International Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code GFK SSA
ICAO Code KGFK SBSV
City Grand Forks Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bahia
Elevation 845 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 47.950000, -97.170000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Grand Forks (GFK) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) in Grand Forks, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 8,908 kilometers (5,535 miles / 4,810 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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 00:55 in Grand Forks, it's 03:55 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 Grand Forks (GFK) follows a heading of 324° (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 Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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