Airport Comparison
Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 6,933 kilometers (4,308 miles / 3,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 DR Congo 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 14:12 in Kolwezi Airport, it's 09:12 in Salvador. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,943 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Kolwezi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.