Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Salvador Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
you can sleep at the first floor (terrasse) on the floor. the military police was cool with me, and all people work there too. – mathieu
SSA Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Salvador Airport.
What to Expect
Salvador Airport (code: SSA) has a large, single terminal that handles domestic and international flights. Amenities include more than 25 eateries, a variety of shops and duty-free areas. WiFi is free, but travellers report that it doesn’t always work.
Sleeping in Salvador Airport
Travellers recommend heading to the observation deck on Floor 3 for peace and quiet. Seats have armrests, so you’ll probably wind up on the floor – bring a sleeping bag or travel mat for some warmth from the cold granite tiles. Another spot for relaxing is near gate 17, where you will find benches and hammocks. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info, or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security. For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Salvador Airport:
- Ibis Salvador Aeroporto Hangar – Airport shuttle is available for a fee from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM. » Check Rates
- Novotel Salvador Hangar Aero – Free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM. » Check Rates
- Hotel InterCity Salvador Aeroporto – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Salvador, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Ambaar Club – Location: Airside, after the X-ray on the right, towards boarding gates 18-23. Showers are available for an additional fee. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door (R$ 200.00 – four hours or R$ 300.00 – six hours) • Certain Classes of Service • Membership Cards (Priority Pass, Lounge Key, Visa Airport Companion) • Credit Cards (Visa Aeternum, The Platinum Card®, Link Diners Club, Nanking Link).
Ambaar Club – Location: Landside, before the x-ray, near the access area to the boarding gates, on the right-hand side. Showers are available for an additional fee. Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door (R$ 200.00 – four hours or R$ 300.00 – six hours) • Certain Classes of Service • Membership Cards (Priority Pass, Lounge Key, Visa Airport Companion) • Credit Cards (Visa Aeternum, The Platinum Card®, Link Diners Club, Nanking Link).
Rest & Relaxation Zones
An area has been set up near Gate 17 that includes benches and hammocks. It is reportedly not quiet, so we’re not sure how much sleep you will get, but the space may work for you if you just want to relax.
Drinking Water
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Food & Drinks
At the time of this update, it is unknown whether any food concessions are open 24 hours. You will find over 25 options, both Landside and Airside.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Showers
Showers are available in the Ambaar Lounges for an additional fee in addition to the lounge entry fee. (see Airport Lounges above)
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available at Salvador Airport. Connect to the” Infraero WI-FI Gratis” network.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: unknown.
Currency Exchange – Services are available. At the time of this update, a few locations are closed due to renovations. AG Câmbio e Turismo provides currency exchange services, and Banco 24 Horas appears to provide banking services 24 hours. Location: unknown.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a large selection of shops are available, most of which are located at the Airside.
Hairdresser – Hair and beauty services are available if you want to look your best for your flight. Location: Departures floor. Hours: unknown.
Information Desk – Need help finding your way? An information desk can be found on the arrivals floor. Hours: unknown.
Luggage Wrapping – Protec Bag, located on the departures floor, landside, offers luggage wrapping services. The cost of service is unknown.
Medical Services – If you require medical attention, there is a Medical Center on the Arrivals Level. Hours: unknown.
Pharmacy – Farmacia Santana. Departures Floor. Hours: unknown.
Post Office – Send out our last-minute postcards from the post office. Location: on the arrivals floor. Hours: unknown.
Shoeshine – Are your shoes looking a bit rough? Get a shoeshine! Location: departures floor. Hours: unknown.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Buses
The airport connects travellers to hotels via the First Class Bus route. The Executive Airport-Downtown route (S040, S041 and S041-01) connects travellers to downtown via many of the city’s main tourist attractions. For more information, visit the Salvador Airport website.
Car Rentals
These car rental agencies operate on the ground floor of the passenger terminal: Avis • Localiza/Hertz • Movida • Unidas.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Subway
The airport offers a free shuttle bus connection to the closest subway station for onward travel. For more information, visit the CCR Metro website.
Taxis
“Executive taxis” (prepaid flat-rate taxis) are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. Stop at the taxi booth in the Arrivals hall to pay for your ride. You will receive a ticket to give to your taxi driver before boarding. A second option is the metered “normal taxis,” also available in the ground transportation area.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
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