Airport Comparison
| SSA | ZGF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport | Grand Forks Airport |
| IATA Code | SSA | ZGF |
| ICAO Code | SBSV | CZGF |
| City | Salvador | Grand Forks |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Bahia | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 64 ft | 1,720 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.910000, -38.320000 | 49.020000, -118.430000 |
Salvador (SSA) to Grand Forks (ZGF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 10,383 kilometers (6,452 miles / 5,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 Brazil with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:47 in Salvador, it's 12:47 in Grand Forks. 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 1,656 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Airport sits higher than Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport.
The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to Salvador (SSA) follows a heading of 106° (east southeast). 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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.