Airport Comparison
| SSA | UGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport | Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway |
| IATA Code | SSA | UGL |
| ICAO Code | SBSV | SCGC |
| City | Salvador | Antartica |
| Country | Brazil | AQ |
| Timezone | America/Bahia | Antarctica/Palmer |
| Elevation | 64 ft | 2,461 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.910000, -38.320000 | -79.780000, -83.320000 |
Salvador (SSA) to Antartica (UGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 7,783 kilometers (4,836 miles / 4,202 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 188°.
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 Brazil with AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:05 in Salvador, it's 21:05 in Antartica.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,397 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway sits higher than Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport.
The return flight from Antartica (UGL) to Salvador (SSA) follows a heading of 47° (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 Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) and Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.