Near gate 9 in Terminal 1, this is the jelly-shoe stop
Melissa sits airside in Terminal 1 at Salvador (SSA), close to gate 9, and sells the brand’s signature jelly-style shoes and sandals. Everything here is plastic or rubber-based, with that recognizable Melissa scent and shine. Expect mostly women’s and kids’ models, with a few unisex styles mixed in. Prices are standard Brazil mall levels, not duty free; a basic flat or sandal often runs in the R$200–R$300 range.
The shop keeps typical airport hours, opening early enough for morning departures around 6:00 and usually trading through the late-evening bank of flights after 21:00. Stock leans toward warm-weather pieces that work straight out of SSA into Bahia’s heat: open-toe sandals, slides, and low wedges more than boots or closed heels. If you already know your Melissa size, this is an easy grab; sizing here follows the same BR/EU runs as their city stores.
You’ll find current-season collabs and colorways alongside a few older models on promo, often on a small sale rack near the back wall. Collab or metallic pairs tend to sit closer to R$350–R$450, while kids’ sandals can dip under R$200. Try before you buy; the plastic can feel snug in Bahia humidity, and the staff usually has a small spray bottle and wipes at the fitting bench for quick cleanups between tries.
Last tip: if you’re tight on time, walk directly from security toward gates 8–10; Melissa is on that stretch, so you can do a fast 10-minute look without drifting far from your boarding gate.