Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), the main airport in Rio de Janeiro. Search for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) that take off from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport flight.
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is located in Sao Luiz. The city's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services every week. Travel from GIG to SLZ on Gol's 1am departure.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Rio de Janeiro to SLZ.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
You can find a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
When departing from GIG, you can catch a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport with Gol.
GOL Linhas Aéreas is the airline most travellers choose for flights from GIG to SLZ.
LATAM Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. An exceptional 88.24% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from GIG arrive at their destination without delay.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio de Janeiro to SLZ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
About Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ)
Reserve a hotel near SLZ if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport flight.
Getting from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to central Sao Luiz
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Sao Luiz. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is Rs24,376. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs55,582. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to SLZ.
The best month for picking up cheap Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Sao Luiz. September is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to SLZ plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Luiz to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 30ºC.
More about Sao Luiz
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Luiz right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sacred Art Museum, Praça da República and Espigao Costeiro are top sights which should feature on every Sao Luiz itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Parnaiba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 274 kilometres east of Sao Luiz. No trip is complete without experiencing Parnaiba Delta, Portinho Lagoon and Porto das Barcas.