Airport Comparison
| SSA | THY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport | Thohoyandou Airport |
| IATA Code | SSA | THY |
| ICAO Code | SBSV | FATH |
| City | Salvador | Thohoyandou |
| Country | Brazil | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Bahia | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 64 ft | 2,021 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.910000, -38.320000 | -23.080000, 30.380000 |
Salvador (SSA) to Thohoyandou (THY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil to Thohoyandou Airport (THY) in Thohoyandou, South Africa is 7,293 kilometers (4,532 miles / 3,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.
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 Brazil with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:43 in Salvador, it's 16:43 in Thohoyandou. 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 1,957 feet between the two airports. Thohoyandou Airport sits higher than Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport.
The return flight from Thohoyandou (THY) to Salvador (SSA) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) and Thohoyandou Airport (THY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.