Travelling from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Santa Cruz.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your VVI to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Central Santa Cruz to VVI is around 177 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near VVI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights departing from Viru Viru International Airport, 62.94% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs62,320 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs109,842. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from VVI to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across each month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from VVI to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your VVI to Rio De Janeiro flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel near RRJ. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your VVI to Rio De Janeiro flight:
No juggling luggage on public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're literally in the driver's seat. Explore the types of wheels available here at Localiza.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is a smart way to go. Along with better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before locking in your flights from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from VVI to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.
