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3 stops
Sun, Oct 11 – Mon, Oct 19
Colombo CMBSalvador SSA
£1,576
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Thu, Oct 8 – Thu, Oct 15
Colombo CMBSalvador SSA
£1,670
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3 stops
Fri, Oct 9 – Thu, Oct 15
Colombo CMBSalvador SSA
£1,729
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How much do flights to Salvador cost?

Cheapest round-trip

£1,576

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Qatar Airways

Getting from Salvador airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: executive bus and regular bus.

Salvador, the vibrant capital of Bahia, is served by Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA), located approximately 28 km north of the city center. The airport offers several airport transfers to city center destinations, including executive buses, regular buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak hours and carnival season. The route passes through several neighborhoods before reaching the historic Pelourinho district and other central areas.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

50-90 min

BRL 15–20 (~USD 3–4)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget with comfort

60-120 min

BRL 5–6 (~USD 1)

every 20–40 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

30-60 min

BRL 100–150 (~USD 20–30); metered

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

30-60 min

BRL 150–200 (~USD 30–40); fixed rate

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

comfort with fixed pricing

30-60 min

BRL 60–120 (~USD 12–24); surge pricing applies

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

30-60 min

BRL 180–300 (~USD 36–60); pre-booked

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and guaranteed pickup

30-60 min

BRL 120–250/day (~USD 24–50); plus fuel

24/7 at airport (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in BRL; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic in Salvador can be heavy, especially during rush hours (7–9 AM, 5–8 PM) and during Carnival season.
  • Ride-hailing pickup is located at designated areas outside the arrivals terminal.
  • Executive buses stop at major hotels along the coast and in the city center.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Salvador

Depart from
Bandaranaike International
Arrive to
Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Pelourinho

Check-in for a flight from Colombo to Salvador

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Qatar AirwaysQTRQRYes
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
TAP PortugalTAPTPNo
Gol Transportes AéreosGLOG3Yes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Salvador

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C25°C
February28°C26°C
March28°C26°C
April28°C26°C
May27°C25°C
June26°C24°C
July25°C23°C
August25°C23°C
September26°C23°C
October26°C24°C
November27°C25°C
December28°C25°C
Hottest Month
28°C
March
Coldest month
23°C
August
Sunny days
276
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
3 Oct
57%
27°C25°C
10 Oct
17%
27°C25°C
Sunday
4 Oct
67%
27°C25°C
11 Oct
42%
27°C24°C
Monday
5 Oct
38%
27°C25°C
12 Oct
36%
27°C26°C
Tuesday
6 Oct
60%
27°C25°C
13 Oct
27°C26°C
Wednesday
7 Oct
17%
27°C26°C
14 Oct
26°C26°C
Thursday
8 Oct
17%
27°C25°C
15 Oct
21%
27°C25°C
Friday
9 Oct
36%
27°C25°C
16 Oct
17%
26°C25°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, LATAM Airlines, TAP Portugal, and Gol Transportes Aéreos. Colombo and Salvador have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Colombo?

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What are the most popular routes to and from Salvador?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Salvador and Rio de Janeiro, London, São Paulo, Florianópolis, Glasgow, Recife, Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Manaus, Foz do Iguaçu, São Luís, Buenos Aires, Lima, Brasília, Montevideo, Santiago de Chile, Macapá, Campo Grande, Bogotá, Madrid.

What airports are near Salvador?

The main airport in Salvador is Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International. It is also served by Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International.

Which airlines fly between Colombo and Salvador?

Currently, you can fly between Colombo and Salvador with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, LATAM Airlines, TAP Portugal, Gol Transportes Aéreos.

When’s the best time to travel between Colombo and Salvador?

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What flights operate between Colombo and Salvador?

Traveling between Colombo and Salvador, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Salvador?

There are a number of airports in and around Salvador. The main one is Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International and other nearby airports include Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Colombo and Salvador depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Colombo, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Colombo and Salvador arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Salvador, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

What time do flights between Colombo and Salvador depart?

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