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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro:

• Earliest: departs at 02:45 and lands at 04:55
• Latest: departs at 22:40 and lands at 00:50.

The flight takes about 2h 10m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro.

A direct flight from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro takes 2h 10m, covering 760 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro range from £111 to £184, with an average of £138 over the past 12 months. Anything below £111 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 54% above the £138 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £35 return via Ilhéus Jorge Amado (IOS), compared with £135 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £16–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Salvador to Rio de Janeiro flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 11%, and Night flights for 11%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £135 to £492. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £79, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

Since Rio de Janeiro is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) – daily rates from around £8:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Unidas

Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around £8:

• FOCO
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Budget
• Unidas

Flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes (SSA) and may arrive at several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Salvador to Rio de Janeiro route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 35m.

One-stop flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro most commonly connect through:

• Sao Paulo Congonhas (CGH) – 34% of one-stop connections
• Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Intl (CNF) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Sao Paulo Viracopos (VCP) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Recife Guararapes Intl (REC) – 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £135 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £146, a difference of £10.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• GOL
• LATAM Airlines

Flying via Ilhéus Jorge Amado (IOS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 25m, compared to 3h 55m via Aracaju (AJU) and 4h 38m via Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Intl (CNF).

Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro are Copacabana Beach, Arcos da Lapa, and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Salvador to Rio de Janeiro flights:

• GOL: offers extra legroom
• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• GOL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

LATAM and GOL Airlines are the two main airplines that have implemented pet-friendly policies for flights originating from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro. Passengers are allowed to bring dogs and cats, aged 6 months and older, weighing up to 22 lbs (including the weight of the carrier), in the passenger cabin on all aircraft operated by these airlines.

To discover more cost-effective ticket options, customers are advised to consider choosing connecting flights instead of nonstop flights when arranging their travel from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro. By exploring indirect flight options offered by airlines such as Azul Linhas Aéreas, LATAM, and Avianca Brasil, with layovers in São Paulo, passengers can often find more affordable fares for their journey.

When it comes to accommodating baggage policies on flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, LATAM and GOL Airlines are known to offer more flexible options. These airlines typically have generous baggage allowances and more lenient restrictions, allowing passengers to carry more luggage or have a higher weight limit for both checked and carry-on bags.

Taking a taxi is a convenient and relatively quick way to get from the city center to the airport. Taxis can be found throughout Salvador, and you can either hail one on the street or ask your hotel to arrange for a taxi. Always ensure that the meter is turned on before starting the journey.