Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) departing from here.
The timezone in Guayaquil is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro. Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is located in Guayaquil.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to GYE. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to GYE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
79.57% of flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Rio De Janeiro to GYE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
78.67% of flights out of Santos Dumont Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
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Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to central Guayaquil is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Right now, R 3,810 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,479. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to GYE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE). August is when most people visit Guayaquil. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
Before locking in your Rio De Janeiro to GYE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. November is the warmest month in Guayaquil, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Guayaquil
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Amazon Rainforest and Stella Maris Galapagos Luxury Yacht are a couple of top attractions to put on your Guayaquil itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Palacio de Cristal.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited Guayaquil, now it's time to explore other parts of Ecuador. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Quito to tick off its must-visit sights. From Free Walking Tour Quito to Quito Historic Centre and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Start your sightseeing at Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Quetzal Park.