Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 11 hours behind Perth, where Perth Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your PER to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Finding a flight ticket from PER to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover is a breeze. Whether you want to potentially save cash on your fare or visit a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A top stop on this route is Dubai Airport (DXB).
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Perth, PER can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to PER:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Perth Airport, 73.04% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is R 19,494. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 36,201. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PER to Rio De Janeiro if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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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 grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Follow your own route with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from PER to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your PER to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these well-located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will save you money.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these options after your PER to Rio De Janeiro flight:
No crowded public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're literally in the driver's seat. Explore the range of cars available here at Localiza.
If you prefer a specific type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before you book your flights from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PER to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Perth Airport to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are highlights.
