Airport Comparison
| FNL | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Northern Colorado Regional Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | FNL | SSA |
| ICAO Code | KFNL | SBSV |
| City | Fort Collins/Loveland | Salvador |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 5,020 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.450000, -105.010000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Fort Collins/Loveland (FNL) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) in Fort Collins/Loveland, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 9,058 kilometers (5,628 miles / 4,891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 16:16 in Fort Collins/Loveland, it's 20:16 in Salvador. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,956 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Northern Colorado Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Fort Collins/Loveland (FNL) follows a heading of 315° (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 Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.