Travelling from Caracas Airport (CCS) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Caracas.
To ensure you catch your CCS to GIG flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CCS and GIG:
Madrid Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Caracas Airport (CCS) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
R 6,653 is the lowest price for a one-way Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,183. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from CCS to GIG, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Caracas Airport (CCS)
Of the departures from Caracas Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Caracas Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Caracas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CCS? If you're boarding an early flight from Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to central Rio de Janeiro has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Caracas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport for February if you'd like to go to Rio de Janeiro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CCS to GIG in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are among its highlights.
