Flying from Inverness Airport (INV) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is three hours behind Inverness, where Inverness Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your INV to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Finding a flight ticket from INV to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to cut down on travel expenses or explore an exciting new destination, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A top stop on this route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
INV is around 13 kilometres from central Inverness. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near INV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Inverness Airport, 65.54% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Inverness Airport (INV) to Rio De Janeiro
R 7,725 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 15,612. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from INV to Rio De Janeiro, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for an Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
Picking up a cheap flight from INV to Rio De Janeiro is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from INV to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your INV to Rio De Janeiro flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will help you save.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your INV to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
No squeezing into small cabs, no navigating public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Check out the types of cars available here at Localiza.
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from INV to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Inverness Airport to Rio De Janeiro, browse our range of hotels including:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.
