Airport Comparison
| CUZ | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | CUZ | SSA |
| ICAO Code | SPZO | SBSV |
| City | Cusco | Salvador |
| Country | Peru | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Lima | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 10,860 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | -13.540000, -71.940000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Cusco (CUZ) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 3,637 kilometers (2,260 miles / 1,964 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 93°.
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 Peru with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:24 in Cusco, it's 00:24 in Salvador.
There is a significant elevation difference of 10,796 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Cusco (CUZ) follows a heading of 265° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.