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Flights to Rio De Janeiro
from 196 US$
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About Rio De Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro dazzles with legendary beaches, jungle-clad mountains and contagious energy.
Rio De Janeiro has nonstop service from 7 cities in our network, plus one-stop connections from many more. The best recent fare departs from Brasilia at 196 US$. Live prices by origin city are below.
- Cities with a direct flight
- 7
- Best recent fare
- 196 US$
- From Brasilia
- Airports
- GIG · SDU
Best time to visit
December–March is summer and beach time; May–October is drier and cooler for sightseeing.
Top things to do in Rio De Janeiro
- 01Visit Christ the Redeemer
- 02Sunset at Sugarloaf Mountain
- 03Copacabana and Ipanema beaches
- 04Explore Santa Teresa
From the airport to Rio De Janeiro
About 20 km from central Rio de Janeiro
Getting around: Executive buses, BRT, taxis and apps
The international one; allow 45–70 min to Copacabana or Ipanema.
Right downtown, on Guanabara Bay
Getting around: Taxis, apps, VLT tram and buses
Domestic, with one of the continent’s most scenic landings — ask for a window seat.
Before you go
Getting around Rio De Janeiro
Rio has two airports: Galeão (GIG), the international one, about 20 km from the Zona Sul, and Santos Dumont (SDU) for domestic flights, right by downtown. From Galeão use official metered taxis, ride apps, or the comfortable premium bus to the beaches. The metro links Copacabana, Ipanema and downtown quickly and safely.
Where to stay in Rio De Janeiro
- Copacabana — The iconic beach: lively, with hotels for every budget and life around the clock.
- Ipanema — Chic beach with boutiques, great dining and a more sophisticated vibe.
- Leblon — The most refined and quiet neighborhood in the Zona Sul, and the priciest.
- Santa Teresa — Bohemian hilltop quarter with colonial streets, art and views; close to nightlife in Lapa.
How much does it cost?
Rio is one of Brazil’s pricier cities, especially in the Zona Sul, though eating at kiosks and botecos keeps costs down. A mid-range budget runs about 50–90 USD a day.
Is it safe?
The beach areas are fine by day, but watch your valuables: take only the essentials to the beach and don’t flash your phone or jewelry. Don’t enter favelas without a guide, use apps or taxis at night, and stay alert in the center and Lapa after dark.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Rio De Janeiro
When is the best time to fly to Rio?+
December to March is summer, hot and beach-packed (with high prices around the holidays and Carnival). For the best weather-to-price balance travel April–June or September–October, and book Carnival flights many months ahead.
How long is the flight to Rio?+
Just 1 h from São Paulo and about 3 h from Buenos Aires. From Lisbon the nonstop flight takes around 9 h 30 min, the main gateway from Europe.
How do I visit Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf?+
Reach Christ via the Corcovado cog train or an official van, and Sugarloaf by its cable car from Urca; buy tickets online and go early to beat queues and clouds. A clear day makes all the difference for the views.
How do I find cheap flights to Rio De Janeiro?+
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