Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Salvador Airport (SSA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours.
Salvador's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Salvador four hours behind Madrid.
Choose from three weekly Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport flights. The 15:15 departure with Air Europa is the earliest available. Air Europa operates the latest service of the day at 16:40.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAD to SSA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Air Europa is your ticket to exploring Salvador (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Brazil!). Check out the direct flights from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport offered by this popular airline.
Air Europa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for MAD to SSA flights is Air Europa.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MAD and SSA:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Montevideo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Salvador Airport (SSA)
$424 is currently the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport flight. Return flights start at $864. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MAD to SSA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Madrid Airport is about 13 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Salvador Airport (SSA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SSA if you're taking a late Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Salvador Airport rental car and discover Salvador and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Salvador Airport around four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Salvador Airport (SSA)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Salvador based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Madrid Airport to Salvador Airport for March if you'd like to visit Salvador during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SSA in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Salvador. Around 483 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
Around 257 kilometers north-east of Salvador, Aracaju is another favorite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach.