Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) leaving from here.
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is three hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to ABZ, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to ABZ, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is an option when leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can get to SDU from central Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Rio De Janeiro to ABZ flight? Check in to a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78.67%.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near ABZ and get cosy, quick:
Pick up an Aberdeen International Airport rental car and discover Aberdeen and beyond with your own wheels. Drivalia, Alamo and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport to central Aberdeen is around 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport is 306 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.117 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to ABZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Save on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Aberdeen. June is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Aberdeen is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to ABZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Aberdeen International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Aberdeen:
Your trip to Aberdeen should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and RSPB Dolphinwatch.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Aberdeen has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen, a trip to Glasgow will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another side of the United Kingdom, consider Edinburgh, roughly 153 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen. Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия are highlights.
