Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando taking off from here.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the primary point of entry to Orlando.
Orlando is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Rio De Janeiro to Orlando flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Rio De Janeiro to Orlando flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Rio De Janeiro to Orlando flights.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Rio De Janeiro to Orlando flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
GIG is about 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Book a hotel near MCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Orlando and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
The centre of Orlando is approximately 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at SFB will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Orlando
July is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Orlando in May.
Book a Rio De Janeiro to Orlando ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Orlando, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are popular attractions which should be on every Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Orlando is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Orlando, Miami is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
