Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA): What you need to know
Oranjestad is one hour behind Rio de Janeiro. Queen Beatrix International Airport is located in Oranjestad, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio de Janeiro to AUA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from GIG land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio de Janeiro to AUA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
79% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AUA instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport flight.
Getting from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to central Oranjestad
Queen Beatrix International Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Oranjestad. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport is 202 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 435 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to AUA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
January is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). Plan your visit to Oranjestad in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Rio de Janeiro to AUA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Oranjestad, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Oranjestad
After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Queen Beatrix International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Oranjestad:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Manchebo Beach, Druif Beach and Renaissance Island are top attractions which should feature on every Oranjestad itinerary.