Flying from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Las Vegas. Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro taking off from here.
Come in for landing at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the major arrival point in Rio De Janeiro.
Rio De Janeiro is four hours ahead of Las Vegas and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you board your Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a peak month like October, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
We make it easy to book a Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
LAS is around 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Whether you have an early flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAS arrive on schedule 82.07% of the time.
LAS's address is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving 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 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Book a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
No crowded 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 at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro is a good move. Along with better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
May is the quietest month for flights from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Las Vegas to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If there's time to check out another well-known 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 highlights.
