Flying from Bogota Airport (BOG) to Salvador Airport (SSA): what you need to know
Salvador is two hours ahead of Bogota and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BOG to SSA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BOG and SSA:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Montevideo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bogota Airport (BOG) to Salvador Airport (SSA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport flight is $551. A round-trip ticket is currently $910. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BOG to SSA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Bogota Airport (BOG)
Of the flights that depart from Bogota Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Bogota Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BOG:
Arriving at Salvador Airport (SSA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SSA instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Salvador Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Salvador and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Salvador Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Salvador Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Salvador Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Salvador. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Salvador Airport (SSA)
December is the most popular month for flights from Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Salvador in March.
The warmest month in Salvador is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Bogota Airport to Salvador Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BOG to SSA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Salvador is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-east of Salvador, a visit to Maceio will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, consider Aracaju, about 257 kilometres north-east of Salvador. Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach are key highlights.