Flying from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport (CXJ) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Rio De Janeiro and Caxias Do Sul (where Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To avoid rushing for your CXJ to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro tickets are available for booking. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be landing.
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Located around 3 kilometres from central Caxias Do Sul, CXJ can be reached in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CXJ:
Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from CXJ arrive on schedule 83.06% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport (CXJ) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is 74 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 160 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CXJ to Rio De Janeiro. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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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 about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your flight from CXJ to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the best possible rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is located around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your CXJ to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to reach driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late CXJ to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options 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 a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro is always a good idea. Along with better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CXJ to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are key reasons to visit.