IAH
Houston
United States
7,743 km
4,812 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
7,743 km
4,812 mi / 4,181 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
119°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH SSA
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code IAH SSA
ICAO Code KIAH SBSV
City Houston Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bahia
Elevation 96 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Houston (IAH) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 7,743 kilometers (4,812 miles / 4,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 02:29 in Houston, it's 05:29 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 Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 309° (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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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