GAQ
Gao Airport
Mali
5,315 km
3,302 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
5,315 km
3,302 mi / 2,870 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Bamako
Heading
235°
southwest

Airport Comparison

GAQ SSA
Airport Name Gao Airport Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code GAQ SSA
ICAO Code GAGO SBSV
City N/A Salvador
Country Mali Brazil
Timezone Africa/Bamako America/Bahia
Elevation 870 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 16.250000, -0.010000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Gao Airport (GAQ) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gao Airport (GAQ) in Gao Airport, Mali to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 5,315 kilometers (3,302 miles / 2,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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 Mali 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 12:03 in Gao Airport, it's 09:03 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 Gao Airport (GAQ) follows a heading of 53° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.