Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Orlando, where Orlando International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your MCO to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from MCO to Rio De Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
MCO is about 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to MCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
78.28% of flights taking off from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is Rs66,542. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs138,456. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MCO to Rio De Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from MCO to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your MCO to Rio De Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your MCO to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Ready to get into the driver's seat? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and begin your trip without stressing about how to get to where you're going.
If you prefer a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before locking in your flights from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Orlando International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If you want to check out another major destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are the start of reasons to visit.
