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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $284. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.$161 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Salvador on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$168 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Salvador on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$275 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $275, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$283 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $283, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$285 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$298 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Salvador on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $298, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$310 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $310, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$312 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$313 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $313, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$314 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$318 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$318 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jun, returning Wed, 23 Jun.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 23 Jun, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$318 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr, returning Wed, 5 May.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$318 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Salvador on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$319 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 May, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Tue, 25 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$319 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Salvador on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in December.

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Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Salvador to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$161
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airline	Aerolíneas Argentinas
Average flights per week	388

Finding cheap flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

The best price we found for a return flight from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is $160. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Which airlines fly direct from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

Aerolíneas Argentinas, TAP Air Portugal and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

How many flights are there a week from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

As of September 2026, there are 388 flights per week flying from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

The cheapest month to fly from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Sunday, 13 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Rio de Janeiro?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional with?

Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from Salvador Airport (SSA) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Salvador and Rio de Janeiro share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Each week, there are 54 Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, select the 00:15 Gol flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:55 with Gol.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SSA to GIG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Rio de Janeiro (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a snap with GOL Linhas Aéreas. This popular carrier has direct flights from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is GOL Linhas Aéreas.
LATAM Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SSA to GIG flights, with 87.8% of services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SSA and GIG:
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Madrid Airport
- Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Salvador Airport (SSA) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight is $119. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $161. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SSA to GIG.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from SSA to GIG is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.

Handy information about Salvador Airport (SSA)

Salvador Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SSA touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
Salvador Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Salvador. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SSA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Follow your own route with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks before you set off.

When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

December is the busiest month for flights from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Rio de Janeiro in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Salvador Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SSA to GIG in July. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its popular sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are among the biggest draws.