Cheap Flights from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro — $64

The Salvador — Rio De Janeiro route is served by a wide range of airlines: 4 in total, including LATAM Brasil, Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Chile, and Azul Brazilian Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $64. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) serves Salvador as the main international and domestic gateway, typically handling a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost regional airlines. Located about 28 km from the historic city centre, transfer times can range from 30–60 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing (fares commonly falling between moderate local rates), while express buses and airport shuttles may take 40–80 minutes for less cost. Car rental and private transfers are widely available for greater convenience. Pros: direct connections to major Brazilian cities and some international routes, modern passenger facilities. Cons: peak-hour traffic to the centre can add delay and budget travelers may find cheaper flights into nearby secondary airports on some routes.

Rio de Janeiro is primarily served by two airports with distinct roles. Tom Jobim/Galeão (GIG) is the city’s main international hub, typically handling long-haul and full-service carriers alongside some domestic flights; it’s located about 20–25 km north of downtown and can be reached by taxi or ride-hailing in roughly 30–50 minutes depending on traffic, with fares usually higher than local buses. The airport also offers an express bus and future/limited rail links for cheaper transfers. Santos Dumont (SDU) sits much closer to the city center—around 3–6 km—and is often favored for short-haul and domestic services, especially by regional and low-cost carriers on the Rio–São Paulo corridor. SDU’s proximity means travel times of 10–20 minutes by taxi or 30–40 minutes by public transport; fares are generally lower but capacity and international connections are more limited. Pros: Galeão provides broader international connectivity and more passenger facilities, while Santos Dumont is convenient for quick trips into central Rio. Cons: Galeão can be farther and subject to heavy traffic, whereas Santos Dumont may have fewer long-haul options and can be busier during peak domestic schedules.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Salvador to Rio De Janeiro is $79 (June 2026), while the maximum is $113 (January 2027). On average, a ticket costs $98–$106.