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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Salvador from £79

RIO — SSA
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

Fri 11/1219:05 -
1 stop9h 30m
Fri 18/1205:55 -
2 stops8h 10m
Deal found 27/10£151
Thu 10/1212:25 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Sat 12/1203:05 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 28/10£160
Thu 24/1214:45 -
1 stop3h 35m
Thu 31/1219:50 -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 28/10£164
Tue 1/1218:40 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sat 5/1203:05 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 28/10£166
Sat 12/1218:40 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Thu 17/1220:50 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 28/10£172
Fri 11/1214:20 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Fri 18/1222:40 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 27/10£178
Tue 8/1206:50 -
1 stop7h 10m
Tue 15/1222:25 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 29/10£181
Fri 11/1221:20 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Sat 12/1202:45 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 29/10£181
Thu 24/1221:05 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Thu 31/1216:40 -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 28/10£182
Fri 27/1120:15 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Sat 5/1222:25 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 28/10£183

Find flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

Round-trip from

£150

One-way from

£79

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£166

Good round-trip deal

£289 or less

Good one-way deal

£86 or less
Azul
  • Azul
  • 25/11-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 10m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Salvador
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GOL
  • GOL
  • 22/1-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Salvador
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£15 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes.
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Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 22/1

22:30-00:35

Nonstop2h 05m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£79

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 7/12

15:10-01:10

1 stop10h 00m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£103

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/1

23:55-02:00

Nonstop2h 05m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£104

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 27/11

11:45-18:30

1 stop6h 45m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£106

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/12

16:40-22:50

1 stop6h 10m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£120

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/11

08:30-13:30

1 stop5h 00m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£123

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 29/12

16:40-22:50

1 stop6h 10m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£124

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/11

20:15-22:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£127

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 14/11

13:15-19:45

1 stop6h 30m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£148

Rio de JaneiroSalvador

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SSA Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

GIGSSA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/11

15:10-01:10

1 stop10h 00m

Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£148

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Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Salvador from Rio de Janeiro with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador (average of £112). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of £174). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIO to SSA?

It’s typically best to fly out from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

The most flights from RIO to SSA are scheduled on a Thursday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Rio de Janeiro to Salvador flights typically cost between £133 and £200 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £150 on Azul (25 Nov–28 Nov).

How often are flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Rio de Janeiro to Salvador flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Rio de Janeiro to Salvador flights?

Over the past year, GOL have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

The price you pay for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Rio de Janeiro to Salvador flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salvador

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, such as LATAM Airlines and GOL. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,970 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2026

GRU - JNB

No communication from captain about the delay long waiting time. Shitty airline with incompetent employees especially employees from Brazil.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,970 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,970 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2026

GRU - JNB

No communication from captain about the delay long waiting time. Shitty airline with incompetent employees especially employees from Brazil.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,330 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,970 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2026

GRU - JNB

No communication from captain about the delay long waiting time. Shitty airline with incompetent employees especially employees from Brazil.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Salvador from Rio de Janeiro?

    Located just 13.3 mi from the city center, Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Salvador from Rio de Janeiro. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro to Luis E. Magalhaes (SSA) should be relatively easy as there are 13 daily inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

    Departing from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador will take you 2h. The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador is about 755 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador round-trip?

    GOL, at £107, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador.. Users have found that GOL is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

    Before booking your flight to Salvador from Rio de Janeiro, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (96%), Air France (95%), Avianca( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

    The cheapest flight price from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador is £86. On average you can expect to pay £208. The most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes), can usually be booked for £121.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to Salvador flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador (average of £112). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of £174). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

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GOLCheapest£107Average£216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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