Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale jetting off from here.
Touch down at Fort Lauderdale's chief entry point, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you catch your Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a breeze to find a Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is approximately 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Grab a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and discover Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flight.
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
May is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Fort Lauderdale based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale, Miami is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
