Flying from Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
Sao Luiz and Rio de Janeiro are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are eight Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, pick the 00:10 Gol flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:30 with Gol.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SLZ to GIG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Rio de Janeiro (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a cinch with GOL Linhas Aéreas. This popular airline has direct flights from Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with GOL Linhas Aéreas on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SLZ to GIG flights. An exceptional 94.12% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Currently, Rs26,140 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs50,345. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from SLZ to GIG, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SLZ to GIG.
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Handy information about Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ)
81% of flights leaving Sao Luiz Airport reach their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SLZ.
Central Sao Luiz to Sao Luiz Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SLZ? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Grab a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car and discover Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Sao Luiz Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport for February if you'd like to visit Rio de Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 36ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLZ to GIG in July. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are among the biggest draws.
