Airport Comparison
Ipiales (IPI) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Luis Airport (IPI) in Ipiales, Colombia to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 4,602 kilometers (2,859 miles / 2,485 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.
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 Colombia with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:08 in Ipiales, it's 20:08 in Salvador.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,701 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than San Luis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Ipiales (IPI) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 San Luis Airport (IPI) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.