Airport Comparison
| MFA | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mafia Island Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | MFA | SSA |
| ICAO Code | HTMA | SBSV |
| City | Mafia Island | Salvador |
| Country | Tanzania | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 60 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | -7.920000, 39.670000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Mafia Island (MFA) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) in Mafia Island, Tanzania to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 8,518 kilometers (5,293 miles / 4,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.
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 Tanzania 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 16:35 in Mafia Island, it's 10:35 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.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Mafia Island (MFA) follows a heading of 95° (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 Mafia Island Airport (MFA) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.