The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 5,865 kilometers (3,644 miles / 3,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

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 Nigeria with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:48 in Kano, it's 13:48 in Salvador. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,498 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Mallam Aminu International Airport.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 64° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.