The flight distance from Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU) in Sheep Mountain, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 12,274 kilometers (7,627 miles / 6,627 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 15:31 in Sheep Mountain, it's 21:31 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,686 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Sheep Mountain Airport.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Sheep Mountain (SMU) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.