Flying from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 12 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Eduardo Gomes International Airport is located in Manaus. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 1 hour ahead of Manaus.
The most popular route is from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). There are 16 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAO to GIG is the 01:10 GOL Linhas Aéreas option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 03:35 with GOL Linhas Aéreas.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from MAO to Rio De Janeiro. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Start your trip at MAO and land at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
GOL Linhas Aéreas is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
You won't need a visa or passport to travel within Brazil. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Travelling from central Manaus to MAO takes around 48 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near MAO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to Rio De Janeiro
R 1,768 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,766. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap tickets from MAO to Rio De Janeiro by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SDU. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from MAO to Rio De Janeiro at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MAO to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copacabana Beach.
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