Airport Comparison
| PPN | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | PPN | SSA |
| ICAO Code | SKPP | SBSV |
| City | Popayan | Salvador |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 5,687 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.450000, -76.610000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Popayan (PPN) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport (PPN) in Popayan, Colombia to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 4,558 kilometers (2,832 miles / 2,461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.
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 Colombia with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:00 in Popayan, it's 07:00 in Salvador.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,623 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Popayan (PPN) follows a heading of 289° (west 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 Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport (PPN) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.