Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is two hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your IAD to Rio de Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from IAD to Rio de Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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Located around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
77% of flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Rio de Janeiro
Rs80,133 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is Rs165,578. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from IAD to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport 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 sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from IAD to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your IAD to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your IAD to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To skip 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 Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from IAD to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top attractions which should feature on every Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without experiencing Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.