Flying from Lima Airport (LIM) to Salvador Airport (SSA): what you need to know
The timezone in Salvador is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Lima.
To ensure you catch your LIM to SSA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lima Airport to Salvador Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LIM and SSA include:
Madrid Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Montevideo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Salvador Airport (SSA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lima Airport to Salvador Airport flight is $308. A round-trip fare right now is $507. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LIM to SSA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lima Airport to Salvador Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LIM to SSA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lima Airport to Salvador Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LIM arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
Lima Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Lima. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lima Airport to Salvador Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near LIM:
Arriving at Salvador Airport (SSA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lima Airport to Salvador Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SSA instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Salvador Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Salvador and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Salvador Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Salvador Airport (SSA)
December is the busiest month for flights from Lima Airport to Salvador Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Salvador in March.
The warmest month in Salvador is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Lima Airport to Salvador Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIM to SSA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Salvador. Around 483 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Brazil, head for Aracaju, roughly 257 kilometers north-east of Salvador. Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach are highlights.