Travelling from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's main airports.
The average time for a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is 4 hours 22 minutes.
Salvador (where Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is located) and Buenos Aires share the UTC-3 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 22:35. Opt for the first AEP to SSA departure with Aerolineas Argentinas at 19:10 if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Buenos Aires to SSA.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) operate out of this terminal.
Aerolineas Argentinas is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport jetting out of AEP.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a flight from Buenos Aires to SSA, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is one option if you're leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes approximately 38 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Looking to fly out of Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)? You can reserve a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) departing from this busy hub.
Break up your flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport with a stop at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). A main stopover between Ministro Pistarini Airport and SSA, it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to relax.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 2 hours and 8 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 36 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to SSA:
About Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SSA instead:
Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Salvador. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 30 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
For a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, R 3,433 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 5,276. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to SSA if you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are typically at their lowest.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, plan your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Salvador. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Buenos Aires to SSA for March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Salvador to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport in August when temperatures average between 21ºC and 26ºC.
More about Salvador
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Salvador:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Pelourinho, Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia are must-visits when exploring Salvador.
Complete your Salvador trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Salvador. Check out the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.