Flying from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport is located in Cali. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is two hours ahead of Cali.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CLO to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CLO to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
To reach CLO from central Cali, it takes around 35 minutes by car. It's roughly 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Hotel Royal Elim Internacional and Hotel Sin Escala are close to CLO. They're an especially great option if you're jetting out early.
When it comes to Alfonso B. Aragon Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.35% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) to Rio De Janeiro
210 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is 342 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CLO to Rio De Janeiro. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
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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 get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before your flight from CLO to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CLO to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach driving.
If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late CLO to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
No squeezing into small cabs, no crowded public transport — 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 at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before securing your flights from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in an Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLO to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Alfonso B. Aragon Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.