Airport Comparison
| SSA | USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport | Samui Airport |
| IATA Code | SSA | USM |
| ICAO Code | SBSV | VTSM |
| City | Salvador | Na Thon (Ko Samui Island) |
| Country | Brazil | Thailand |
| Timezone | America/Bahia | Asia/Bangkok |
| Elevation | 64 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.910000, -38.320000 | 9.550000, 100.060000 |
Salvador (SSA) to Na Thon (Ko Samui Island) (USM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) in Salvador, Brazil to Samui Airport (USM) in Na Thon (Ko Samui Island), Thailand is 15,465 kilometers (9,610 miles / 8,351 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 90°.
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 Brazil with Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:07 in Salvador, it's 03:07 in Na Thon (Ko Samui Island). With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Na Thon (Ko Samui Island) (USM) to Salvador (SSA) follows a heading of 261° (west). 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 Samui Airport (USM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.