Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Brussels Airport is located in Brussels. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Brussels.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your BRU to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from BRU to Rio De Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to BRU? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
71.97% of flights departing from Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs115,759 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs221,303. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BRU to Rio De Janeiro. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BRU to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your BRU to Rio De Janeiro flight, kick back at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach driving.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Check in to one of these stays after your BRU to Rio De Janeiro flight:
No crowded public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the range of cars available here at Localiza.
If you prefer a particular model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BRU to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are top attractions which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If there's time to check out another corner of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are the start of reasons to visit.
