Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport (MAN): What you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport (MAN).
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is three hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MAN, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to MAN leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to MAN flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78.67%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAN:
Grab a Manchester Airport rental car and explore Manchester and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport flight.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to the centre of Manchester is about 14 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport (MAN)
R 6,741 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport. Return flights start from R 14,041. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to MAN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Find an affordable flight from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport (MAN). Plan your visit to Manchester in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to MAN plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Manchester
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Manchester right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Manchester Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown are major attractions which should feature on any good Manchester itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Manchester, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 105 kilometres south of Manchester. No trip is complete without experiencing The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.