Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is four hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your YVR to Rio De Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YVR:
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Rio De Janeiro
ر.ق. 1,181 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 2,284. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YVR to Rio De Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YVR to Rio De Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
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 get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 see more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from YVR to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 15 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YVR to Rio De Janeiro flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel near RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these options after your YVR to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Ready to get into the driver's seat? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without stressing about how to reach your next destination.
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before you book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are major attractions which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
