Flying from Chicago to Salvador International Airport (SSA): What you need to know
Salvador International Airport is located in Salvador. The city operates on the UTC-3 timezone and is three hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to SSA.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Chicago to SSA even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is an option when taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Salvador International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
70% of flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to SSA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Salvador International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Salvador International Airport (SSA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Salvador International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SSA instead:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Salvador International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Salvador International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador
From Salvador International Airport, central Salvador is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
Currently, $498 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Salvador International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,026. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to SSA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Salvador International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Chicago to SSA.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Chicago to Salvador International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Salvador International Airport (SSA)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Salvador. January is when most people book flights from Chicago to Salvador International Airport (SSA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Chicago to SSA plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Salvador to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
August has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Salvador International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Salvador
Start your Salvador trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Salvador International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your Salvador visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Pelourinho, Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
Explore more of Brazil
Aracaju is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Salvador. Around 257 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Atalaia Beach, Refugio beach and Mosqueiro Beach.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Brazil, consider Itabuna, about 225 kilometres southwest of Salvador. Cabruca Bike Park, Parque Zoobotanico da Matinha and Centro de Cultura Adonias Filho Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.
