Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is five hours behind Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your JNB to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from JNB to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
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Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near JNB. Whether you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Rio De Janeiro
R 7,220 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 10,757. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from JNB to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for an O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JNB to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SDU. Kick back and get cosy after your JNB to Rio De Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Find a hotel close to RRJ and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late JNB to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
No crowded public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Browse the types of wheels available here at Localiza.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is smart. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are must-visits when exploring Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without experiencing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
