Flying from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro and Foz do Iguaçu are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SDU to IGU flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Santos Dumont Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight is R 1,233. A round-trip ticket is currently R 2,280. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SDU to IGU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Cataratas International Airport.
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Handy information about Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
78.67% of flights departing from Santos Dumont Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Rio De Janeiro to Santos Dumont Airport is approximately 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 15 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SDU? If you're catching an early flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Cataratas International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Santos Dumont Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IGU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cataratas International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and explore beyond Foz do Iguaçu's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cataratas International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to central Foz do Iguaçu
Cataratas International Airport to the centre of Foz do Iguaçu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The quietest month for a flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Cataratas International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Foz do Iguaçu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Santos Dumont Airport to Cataratas International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Foz do Iguaçu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SDU to IGU in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Foz do Iguaçu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, a visit to Londrina will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Igapo Lake, Jardim Botanico de Londrina and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral.
Maringa is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu. No trip is complete without visiting Catedral Basilica Menor Nossa Senhora da Gloria, Parque Alfredo Nyffler and Inga Park.