Flying from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is three hours ahead of Regina, where Regina International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YQR to Rio De Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
YQR is about 3 kilometres from central Regina. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near YQR? If you're catching an early flight from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Regina International Airport's on-time performance, 58.83% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs125,428 is currently the best price for a one-way Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs288,321. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from YQR to Rio De Janeiro, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YQR to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the best possible rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YQR to Rio De Janeiro flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can land you a better rate.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your YQR to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Ready to take the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without worrying about how to get to your next destination.
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ a few weeks in advance of your flight from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before securing your flights from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YQR to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Regina International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Belo Horizonte is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without dropping by Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
