Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Basel, where EuroAirport Swiss is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your BSL to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BSL to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BSL is around 6 kilometres from central Basel. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near BSL. Whether you've booked an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs130,825 is currently the best price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs212,310. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BSL to Rio De Janeiro. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Travel at your own pace with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the best possible rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your BSL to Rio De Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will save you money.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel near RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your BSL to Rio De Janeiro flight:
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 providers sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ a few weeks in advance of your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before booking your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BSL to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.
