Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver jetting off from here.
Vancouver has a variety of airports you can fly into. Disembark at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is four hours behind Rio De Janeiro.
Allow plenty of time to make your Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
Travelling by public transport will take about 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to CXH. Tuck yourself in after your Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver and travel to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YXX and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
Stay in control of the next part of your trip by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road effortless.
About one week before your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to get a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Vancouver:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without dropping by Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.