CWF
Lake Charles
United States
7,573 km
4,706 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
7,573 km
4,706 mi / 4,089 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
121°
east southeast

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CWF SSA
Airport Name Chennault International Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code CWF SSA
ICAO Code KCWF SBSV
City Lake Charles Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bahia
Elevation 17 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 30.210000, -93.140000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Lake Charles (CWF) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 7,573 kilometers (4,706 miles / 4,089 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:57 in Lake Charles, it's 15:57 in Salvador. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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