Airport Comparison
| MED | SSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport |
| IATA Code | MED | SSA |
| ICAO Code | OEMA | SBSV |
| City | Medina | Salvador |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 2,151 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.550000, 39.710000 | -12.910000, -38.320000 |
Medina (MED) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) in Medina, Saudi Arabia to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 9,427 kilometers (5,857 miles / 5,090 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.
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 Saudi Arabia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:05 in Medina, it's 22:05 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 2,087 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport.
The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Medina (MED) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.