Airport Comparison
| EYS | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eliye Springs Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | EYS | SSA |
| ICAO Code | HKES | SBSV |
| City | Eliye Springs | Salvador |
| Country | Kenya | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 1,395 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.220000, 35.970000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Eliye Springs (EYS) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) in Eliye Springs, Kenya to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 8,391 kilometers (5,214 miles / 4,531 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.
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 Kenya with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:29 in Eliye Springs, it's 06:29 in Salvador. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,331 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Eliye Springs Airport.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Eliye Springs (EYS) follows a heading of 83° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.