Airport Comparison
| SSA | TJA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport | Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport |
| IATA Code | SSA | TJA |
| ICAO Code | SBSV | SLTJ |
| City | Salvador | Tarija |
| Country | Brazil | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Bahia | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 64 ft | 6,079 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.910000, -38.320000 | -21.560000, -64.700000 |
Salvador (SSA) to Tarija (TJA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil to Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) in Tarija, Bolivia is 2,957 kilometers (1,837 miles / 1,597 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:54 in Salvador, it's 19:54 in Tarija.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,015 feet between the two airports. Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport sits higher than Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tarija (TJA) to Salvador (SSA) follows a heading of 75° (east northeast). 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 Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.