Flying from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC) jetting off from here.
San Carlos Bariloche (where San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport is located) and Rio De Janeiro share the UTC-3 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to BRC. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to BRC, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is one option when departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Located around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
79.57% of flights that depart Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in around 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to BRC flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78.67%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)
Get off your flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option a quick drive from BRC, make your way to Cabañas Chesa Engadina.
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Modena, Hertz or FlexWays and discover more of San Carlos Bariloche and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport flight.
Getting from San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC) to central San Carlos Bariloche
San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central San Carlos Bariloche. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport is Rs27,062. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs76,775. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to BRC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to San Carlos Bariloche. July is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Rio De Janeiro to BRC flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in San Carlos Bariloche, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC to 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 5ºC.
More about San Carlos Bariloche
Start your San Carlos Bariloche trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Lago Nahuel Huapi and Parque Municipal Llao Llao are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your San Carlos Bariloche travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Garganta del Diablo.
Explore more of Argentina
San Carlos Bariloche has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north of San Carlos Bariloche, a trip to Zapala will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Espacio verde, Plaza Bourdes and El Ferrocarril zona centro Park.
Around 193 kilometres south of San Carlos Bariloche, Esquel is another favourite stop in Argentina. Start your sightseeing at La Cascada, Arroyo Esquel and Snowman Esquel.
