Salvador Airport to Pituba
Price your transfer
At a glance
- Price
- from R$146.57per vehicle, not per person
- Drive time
- 30 min24.4 km
- Vehicles
- Up to 16 passengersSedan – Minibus 16
- Free waiting
- 60 minafter landing, flight tracked
- Cancellation
- Freeuntil 24 h before pick-up
- Luggage
- 1 suitcase + 1 bagper passenger, included
- Drivers
- LicensedInsurance and licence checked by us
R$146.57 is the whole price of a private Sedan for up to 4 passengers — the same price you pay at checkout for a daytime pick-up. Not a per-person price, not a shared shuttle, and not a smaller car than the one in the table.
Prices from Salvador Airport to Pituba
| Vehicle | Passengers | Suitcases | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SedanSkoda Superb, Toyota Camry or similar | 4 | 3 | R$146.57 |
| Premium SedanMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar | 4 | 4 | R$215.44 |
| VanMercedes Vito, VW Caravelle or similar | 6 | 6 | R$245.99 |
| Large VanMercedes V-Class, Ford Tourneo or similar | 8 | 8 | R$274.60 |
| Minibus 12Mercedes Sprinter or similar · or 2 vans | 12 | 12 | R$622.82 |
| Minibus 16Mercedes Sprinter or similar · or 2 vans | 16 | 16 | R$697.59 |
Price per vehicle, not per person, fixed when you book: tolls, taxes, flight tracking and 60 minutes of waiting included. Prices updated on 11 October 2026.
Taxi or private transfer to Pituba?
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Airportlink private transfer | R$146.57 | Fixed price per vehicle. Driver waiting in arrivals with your name, flight tracked, 60 minutes of free waiting, luggage included. |
| Official taxi from the rank | ≈ R$108.58 | Official Salvador tariff for the same distance, by day. The meter keeps running in traffic; queues at the rank at busy times. |
The transfer costs 35% more than the metered taxi and removes the queue, the meter and the search for the rank. Taxi price calculated from the official tariff published by mobilidade.salvador.ba.gov.br.
What is included
- A private vehicle for your group. No sharing, no other stops.
- A fixed price with tolls and taxes in. Nothing is added at the end.
- Flight tracking. Land late and the pick-up moves, not the price.
- 60 minutes of free waiting after the flight lands.
- Free cancellation until 24 hours before pick-up.
- One suitcase and one bag per passenger. More than that, tell us when you book.
The journey
Pituba is a commercial and residential neighbourhood on the Atlantic side, roughly halfway between the airport and the old centre. Much of its beach is unsafe for swimming, except the central stretch by the fishing boats.
Arriving at Salvador Airport
Salvador's airport is operated by VINCI Airports and sits north of the city, on the border with Lauro de Freitas, so the historic centre and Barra are a long city drive away. There is one passenger terminal with two piers, and arrivals, baggage reclaim and taxi ranks are all on the ground floor. The coast road north, the BA-099 (Estrada do Coco and then the Linha Verde), starts close to the airport, so Praia do Forte and the north-coast resorts can be reached without crossing the city.
- City traffic towards Barra, Rio Vermelho and the historic centre can be heavy at peak times, so build in time if you have a fixed plan on arrival.
- Catamarans to Morro de São Paulo are cancelled when the sea is rough. Passengers are then sent on the longer ferry-and-road route, so keep your onward plans flexible.
How long it really takes
Maps says 30 minutes. That is the driving. Door to door from the moment you land is a different number, and it is the one worth planning around.
Realistically, 60 to 105 minutes after landing. If someone is waiting for you, that is the number to give them.
When to book
Booking early costs the same as booking late — the price does not move. What moves is whether there is a car left.
Cancellation is free until 24 hours before, so booking early costs you nothing if the plan changes.
Before you land
FAQ
How long does it take to get from Salvador Airport to Pituba?
About 30 minutes for the 24.4 km, outside peak traffic. Your driver knows the route and follows the flight, so a delayed landing moves the pick-up rather than costing you the transfer.
How much is a transfer from Salvador Airport to Pituba?
From R$146.57 for up to four passengers, and R$245.99 for a group of five or six in a van. The price is fixed when you book — tolls and taxes included, nothing added at the end.
What happens if my flight is late?
We track the flight number you give us. The driver waits and adjusts to the actual landing time, with 60 minutes of free waiting after the plane touches down.
Where do I meet the driver at Salvador Airport?
In the arrivals hall after you clear customs. The day before your trip we send you the driver's name, phone number and vehicle, and they contact you with the exact spot.
Can I cancel?
Free up to 24 hours before pick-up, refunded in full. On many routes you can also book without paying and we only charge the card 48 hours before you travel.
Is the transfer private or shared?
Private. The vehicle is for your group only: no other passengers and no other stops on the way to Pituba.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. One price covers everyone in it, up to the seats of the vehicle you choose.
Which car will I get?
It depends on the size of your group. Sedan: Skoda Superb, Toyota Camry or similar; Premium Sedan: Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar; Van: Mercedes Vito, VW Caravelle or similar; Large Van: Mercedes V-Class, Ford Tourneo or similar; Minibus 12: Mercedes Sprinter or similar · or 2 vans; Minibus 16: Mercedes Sprinter or similar · or 2 vans. These are examples: we do not guarantee a particular make or model, but we do guarantee enough seats and enough space for normal luggage.
How much luggage can I take?
One suitcase and one piece of hand luggage per passenger is included. Skis, golf clubs, bicycles or an unusual number of bags: tell us in the notes when you book, so a vehicle with room for them is sent.
Can I get a child seat?
Tell us in the booking notes, with the child's age, and we pass it to the driver. Where the law requires a child seat, travelling without one is not possible.
Who will drive me?
A licensed local transport company that works with Airportlink. We check its operating licence and insurance before it can take bookings, and again when they expire. The day before, you receive the driver's name, phone number and vehicle.
Can I book the return from Pituba to the airport?
Yes. Add the return when you book, or book it on its own later, also at a fixed price. For pick-ups away from the airport the driver waits 15 minutes free from the booked time.
When do I pay?
When you book, or — on many transfers — later: you book without paying, your card is stored securely with Stripe and charged 48 hours before pick-up. You are told the exact amount and date when you book.
Can I contact you before I travel?
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp at +1 951 579 7412 — for a price, a change to your booking or anything about the trip — or email support@airportlink.app.