Flying from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located in Guadalajara. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is three hours ahead of Guadalajara.
Leave enough time to make your GDL to Rio de Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from GDL to Rio de Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
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GDL is about 18 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near GDL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
77% of flights departing from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Rio de Janeiro
Rs87,606 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is Rs175,484. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from GDL to Rio de Janeiro. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Look into staying at a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from GDL to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your GDL to Rio de Janeiro flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Choose a hotel near RRJ and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late GDL to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. As well as better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the quietest month for flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GDL to Rio de Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
