Flying from Curacao International Airport (CUR) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is one hour ahead of Willemstad, where Curacao International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your CUR to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Willemstad, CUR can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to CUR? If you're boarding an early flight from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Curacao International Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Curacao International Airport (CUR) to Rio de Janeiro
Rs60,459 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. Return plane tickets start from Rs187,505. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CUR to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CUR to Rio de Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
The journey will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CUR to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your CUR to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ well ahead of your flight from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the most popular month for flights from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To escape the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in December.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUR to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Curacao International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are essential stops on your Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.