Airport Comparison
Salvador (SSA) to Nairobi (WIL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) in Nairobi, Kenya is 8,363 kilometers (5,197 miles / 4,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 88°.
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 Kenya. 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 18:35 in Salvador, it's 00:35 in Nairobi. 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 5,472 feet between the two airports. Nairobi Wilson 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 Nairobi (WIL) to Salvador (SSA) follows a heading of 257° (west southwest). 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 Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.