The flight distance from Shimla Airport (SLV) in Shimla Airport, India to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil is 13,149 kilometers (8,170 miles / 7,100 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 India 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 14:21 in Shimla Airport, it's 05:51 in Salvador. With a 8.5-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 5,008 feet between the two airports. Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport sits lower than Shimla Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Salvador (SSA) to Shimla Airport (SLV) follows a heading of 61° (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 Shimla Airport (SLV) and Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.