Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is three hours behind Manchester.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MAN 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.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MAN to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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The journey from central Manchester to MAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rio de Janeiro
334 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 723 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from MAN to Rio de Janeiro, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from MAN to Rio de Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is around 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your MAN to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can get you a lower rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your MAN to Rio de Janeiro flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a good move. As well as better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the quietest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAN to Rio de Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Rio de Janeiro, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are major attractions which should feature on every Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its popular sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.