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£422 - £771
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MiamiRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
MIA - GIG
MIAGIG
Miami
Tue 13/8
1 stop11h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 29/8
1 stop11h 15m
MiamiRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
MIA - GIG
MIAGIG
Miami
Mon 8/4
1 stop29h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 16/4
1 stop25h 00m
MiamiRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
MIA - GIG
MIAGIG
Miami
Mon 15/4
1 stop17h 22m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sat 27/4
1 stop11h 18m
NewarkRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
EWR - GIG
EWRGIG
Newark
Tue 16/4
3 stops27h 25m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 23/4
2 stops18h 33m
New York John F Kennedy IntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
JFK - GIG
JFKGIG
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 16/4
1 stop20h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 23/4
2 stops24h 30m
New York LaGuardiaRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
LGA - GIG
LGAGIG
New York LaGuardia
Tue 16/4
1 stop14h 01m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 23/4
2 stops16h 21m
MiamiRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
MIA - GIG
MIAGIG
Miami
Sat 4/5
1 stop18h 45m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 20/5
Nonstop8h 45m
MiamiRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
MIA - GIG
MIAGIG
Miami
Tue 9/7
2 stops47h 40m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 16/7
2 stops35h 19m
New York LaGuardiaRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
LGA - GIG
LGAGIG
New York LaGuardia
Tue 3/9
1 stop23h 15m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 17/9
1 stop15h 28m
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Rio de Janeiro (average of £591). Flying to Rio de Janeiro in December will prove the most costly (average of £1,067). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
£792
February
£653
March
£666
April
£688
May
£695
June
£786
July
£827
August
£742
September
£464
October
£770
November
£594
December
£838
The summer season plays host to one of Rio’s biggest celebrations, Carnival. This 5-day festival gives visitors the chance to learn about Brazilian culture through parties which last all day and night. The atmosphere is euphoric across the city, with people singing, dancing and having lots of fun. Rio de Janeiro is considered the Carnival Capital of the World, so it’s no wonder this is “the” time to come. This is clearly reflected through accommodation and flight prices becoming more expensive, therefore, it is advised to book your hotel and flights to Rio de Janeiro at least a year in advance. To take in some sights and museums, you should aim to arrive a few days before the party starts and linger a few days after.
Another grand party is New Year’s Eve, called Reveillon. Millions pack the beach for the all-night celebration, music, and fireworks. Bear in mind this event can also affect hotel rates and makes it harder to find any cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro.
When planning your trip, it should be taken into consideration that businesses are usually closed from just before Christmas through to the beginning of January.
The city is less crowded and prices are a bit lower during winter, from July to September. This is still a great time to visit and chances of getting a cheap flight to Rio de Janeiro are high, weather-wise, as there is very little rainfall and there are still sunny days, although the nights and some cloudy days can be a little chilly.
RIO Temperature | 21 - 28 °C |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).
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Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊
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Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊
Comfort
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Entertainment
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Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊
Cidade Maravilhosa or “Marvellous City” is what the locals call their beloved Rio and visitors coming off their Rio flights will quickly agree. Its recognisable landmarks: Sugar Loaf mountain, Christ the Redeemer and the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema provide the dramatic backdrop to the world’s most decadent city.
Nestled between 56 miles of beach and two lush green rainforests, Rio’s natural beauty is spellbinding and cariocas take full advantage of it. On any given day, come rain or shine, the locals are out jogging along Ipanema, skydiving close to Sugar Loaf or climbing a tree in Tijuca. But apart from its aesthetic beauty Rio’s cultural and historical sights are just as fascinating. The Museu de Arte Moderna (MAM) and Museu Histórico Nacional are well worth a visit while the port of Paraty, a Unesco World Heritage Site, provides a glimpse into Rio’s colonial past.
Most visitors book flights to Rio during Carnaval, but this is also the busiest time, when thousands of people from all over the world fly in especially for the event, making it difficult to get around the city and finding a hotel room can be a challenge. However if you think a visit to Rio isn’t complete without attending at least one Samba show, samba schools conduct pre-Carnaval rehearsals year-round.
The statue of Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) on Corcovado Mountain, the stadium of Maracanã, and the Sugar Loaf Mountain are among its many landmarks. Two cable cars take you 396 metres up the mountain, above Rio’s harbour, where breathtaking views of the city will be indelibly etched into your mind. Sun worshippers should make a beeline for Copacabana beach, while much of the historic architecture can be found in Rio’s financial and business centre.
The Municipal Theatre, National Library and National Museum of Fine Arts are must-sees. If you think you’re a party animal at home, think again. Once in Rio de Janeiro you’ll discover that Brazilians don’t hold back when they let their hair down, putting many other nations to shame whether it’s Carnival time or not.
Summer in Rio is from December through to mid-March where the hot weather is matched with quite a bit of rain. The hottest months, December and January can see temperatures soar to well over 40 degrees Celsius. Flights to Rio and hotel rates can be quite pricey during this time and beaches can be crowded. This is not only due to the glorious weather but also a number of celebrations which take place.
The Rio de Janeiro subway doesn’t reach all parts of the city, but it is air-conditioned and quicker and cheaper than the buses, which can take you anywhere. You will need to learn enough Portuguese to ask for directions though, since few drivers speak English. Avoid taking buses at night; they can be a hotspot for robberies. The private buses have regular stops and can be flagged down anywhere on the way to the beach, centre or the airport. If you’re travelling anywhere in the city at night, take a taxi to play it safe. There are plenty of taxis around, and you shouldn’t have trouble flagging one down. For a more reliable and air-conditioned cab, your best bet is one of the radio taxis and cab companies that serves hotels. It’s always a good idea to negotiate your fare before you get in the car if the meter isn’t running. If you rent a car, stay alert and keep the car doors locked. You’ll have to deal with heavy traffic, poorly labelled streets and scarce parking.
There are two main airports for travellers taking flights to Rio: Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) located on Governor’s Island, north of Rio de Janeiro and Santos Dumont Regional Airport (SDU)). The airport is just a mile or so from the centre. Guanabara Bay.An airport bus leaves regularly for the major hotels along the beach road. Taxis are available outside the terminal; visitors are advised to buy prepaid taxi vouchers at the Rio Tourism Authority desk; they are usually a little bit more expensive but give you peace of mind. Public buses are also available.
Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport, better known as Galeao International Airport, is one of the busiest airports in Brazil. Galeao is Portuguese for galleon, and the airport is named for Galleon Beach, where the majestic ship Padre Eterno was built in 1663.
Located 20km (13 miles) from central Rio de Janeiro, the airport is a favourite gateway for travellers looking to soak up the sun on Copacabana Beach or party the night away during Carnival. Its proximity to such a major international tourism destination means you can find flights to Galeao International Airport from all over the world, including local connections from Salvador da Bahia, Sao Paulo, Brasilia and Vitora; and international ones from most major European and North American cities including London, Paris, Amsterdam, New York and Washington DC.
With the addition of the second terminal in 1999, the airport increased its capacity to 7.5 million passengers per annum, however it is currently handling more than 12 million each year. This adds up to long queues for everything from security to coffee, and a lack of seating in the departure lounges. However, the airport is currently beefing up its terminals and infrastructure in a big way ahead of Rio de Janeiro hosting the World Cup in 2014.
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