SBS
Steamboat Springs
United States
9,204 km
5,719 miles
SSA
Salvador
Brazil
Distance
9,204 km
5,719 mi / 4,970 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
114°
east southeast

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SBS SSA
Airport Name Steamboat Springs/Bob Adams Field Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport
IATA Code SBS SSA
ICAO Code KSBS SBSV
City Steamboat Springs Salvador
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Denver America/Bahia
Elevation 6,882 ft 64 ft
Coordinates 40.520000, -106.870000 -12.910000, -38.320000

Steamboat Springs (SBS) to Salvador (SSA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Steamboat Springs/Bob Adams Field (SBS) in Steamboat Springs, United States to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 9,204 kilometers (5,719 miles / 4,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 22:01 in Steamboat Springs, it's 02:01 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 6,818 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Steamboat Springs/Bob Adams Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Steamboat Springs (SBS) 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 Steamboat Springs/Bob Adams Field (SBS) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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