Travelling from Palmas Airport (PMW) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Palmas (the location of Palmas Airport) and Rio De Janeiro follow the same timezone — UTC-3.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your PMW to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To get to PMW from central Palmas, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near PMW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Palmas Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85.87% of flights that depart PMW reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palmas Airport (PMW) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is Rs17,790. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs41,520. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PMW to Rio De Janeiro. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Go where the road takes you with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your flight from PMW to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the best possible rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your PMW to Rio De Janeiro flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SDU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your PMW to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and get on your way sooner. Whether you're after an economy or an SUV, Localiza will help you find your perfect set of wheels.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro is a good move. In addition to better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before scheduling your flights from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PMW to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Palmas Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
