The flight distance from Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 9,942 kilometers (6,178 miles / 5,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 21:55 in Rafha, it's 15:55 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 1,410 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Rafha Domestic Airport.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Rafha (RAH) follows a heading of 59° (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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.