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Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport to Salvador — Transport Guide 2026

Salvador Bahia (SSA) is 30 km northeast of Pelourinho (UNESCO historic centre). Uber + 99 both operate — dominant options. Historic Afro-Brazilian city, capital of Bahia. Carnival + New Year peak booking.

SSA30 km to cityBRLLatin America
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Last updated: 2026-08

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Uber / 99 (~$15-28)
Fastest
Uber (~35 min off-peak)

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Uber / 99

ride share · Best for: Best value + fixed price
Cost
BRL 80-150 ($15-28)
Time
35-60 min
Frequency
On-demand
Both operate. 99 more common in Brazil. Designated pickup zone.

Airport taxi (Cootramba / Cooperbahia)

taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
BRL 150-250 ($28-47)
Time
35-60 min
Frequency
On-demand
Fixed zone rates at booth. Pelourinho + Barra beach fixed rate.

Salvador BRT / Executive bus

bus · Best for: Extreme budget
Cost
BRL 5 ($0.95)
Time
60-90 min
Frequency
Every 20-30 min
BRT to central Salvador. Not luggage-friendly + crowded.

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No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport from Salvador?
Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) is 30 km from Salvador city centre.
What is the cheapest way from SSA to Salvador?
Uber / 99 (~$15-28)
What is the fastest way from SSA to Salvador?
Uber (~35 min off-peak)