Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Jacksonville, where Jacksonville International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your JAX to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough 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 rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from JAX to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
JAX is about 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near JAX? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Jacksonville International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.42% of flights that depart JAX reach their destination without delay.
JAX's address is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Rio De Janeiro
R 5,678 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 11,726. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from JAX to Rio De Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up a cheap flight from JAX to Rio De Janeiro is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JAX to Rio De Janeiro can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
The journey will take about 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your JAX to Rio De Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Settle in at one of these options after your JAX to Rio De Janeiro flight:
No squeezing into small cabs, no navigating public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're literally in the driver's seat. Browse the range of cars available here at Localiza.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JAX to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, explore our selection of hotels including:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
