Flying from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Quebec, where Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your YQB to Rio De Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
YQB is about 14 kilometres from central Quebec. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near YQB. Whether you have an early flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, 63.79% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've seen for a one-way Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is R 7,943. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,218. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YQB to Rio De Janeiro, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YQB to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YQB to Rio De Janeiro flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take about 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near RRJ and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late YQB to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Ready to make tracks? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without worrying about how to get to where you're going.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ ahead of your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YQB to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are a couple of major attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
