Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is Rio de Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore departing from here.
When it comes to landing in Singapore, Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the chief entry points.
Singapore is 11 hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Rio de Janeiro to Singapore flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Rio de Janeiro to Singapore flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Rio de Janeiro to Singapore flights leaving from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport:
When it comes to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Follow your own route with a Singapore Changi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and experience more of Singapore and beyond.
Booking your ride from Singapore Changi Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
After your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is roughly 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore, rest your head at a hotel close to XSP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore. June is the most popular month for a trip to Singapore. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book a Rio de Janeiro to Singapore ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Singapore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Singapore right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Singapore to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Merlion.