Salvador to Ilhéus flights
Ilhéus lies 211 km (131 mi) south of Salvador, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 1 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Salvador | Ilhéus | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 2.7 million | 189,149 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Bahia) | UTC-3 (America/Bahia) |
| Nearest large airport | SSA, 20 km out | IOS, 2 km out |
| Postal codes | 40000-000 | 45650-000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Salvador
Salvador is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,859 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Ilhéus
Ilhéus is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,174 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (regional) | IOS | 2 km (1 mi) | 5,174 ft | 15 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ilhéus from Salvador?
211 km (131 mi) in a straight line, south of Salvador.
How long does it take to get from Salvador to Ilhéus by air?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Salvador and Ilhéus?
No, both are on America/Bahia at the moment.
Which airports are used for Salvador to Ilhéus flights?
Typically Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.