Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is three hours behind Manchester and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAN to GIG flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MAN and GIG include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Rs120,420 is currently the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs205,515. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to GIG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you're on a late Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car and explore Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
From Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, Rio de Janeiro is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
December is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in March.
When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to GIG in July. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its must-visit sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are among its highlights.