Travelling from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Dallas. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro departing from here.
Disembark at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG), the chief entry point to Rio de Janeiro.
Jump on a direct Dallas to Rio de Janeiro flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.
Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio de Janeiro three hours ahead of Dallas.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Dallas to Rio de Janeiro flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro
At the moment, Rs85,837 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs180,054. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap Dallas to Rio de Janeiro flights, book your journey three months before your planned departure.
August is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can book a direct flight from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro leaving from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Begin your journey at DFW and land at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG).
Be on the lookout for deals with American Airlines. This airline offers direct Dallas to Rio de Janeiro plane tickets from DFW.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Dallas to Rio de Janeiro flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
72% of flights leaving from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Rio de Janeiro Internacional 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.
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your Dallas to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro. To escape the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Dallas to Rio de Janeiro ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are just two of the big attractions to add to your Rio de Janeiro itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ipanema Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without dropping by Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.