Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) departing from either of these.
3 hours 5 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight.
Natal's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro. Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport is located in Natal.
With 12 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) is the most popular route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 3:10am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from GIG to NAT is with Gol at 11:45pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to NAT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from GIG, you can catch a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport with Gol.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between GIG and NAT is Gol.
Gol leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 84.44% of services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
79.57% of flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to NAT flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78.67%.
About Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
Arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport? Grab your luggage and go straight to the comfort of a hotel near NAT. Pousada e Posto Amigão and Pousada da Rotatória will have you turning out the lights sooner.
Grab a Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport rental car and explore Natal and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) to central Natal
Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport to the centre of Natal is roughly 19 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
Right now, 71 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 144 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to NAT by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT). June is the busiest month to travel to Natal. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Natal is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to NAT plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
August has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Natal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Natal right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport:
Ponta Negra Beach and Morro do Careca beach are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Natal itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Praia do Forte.
Explore more of Brazil
Natal has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres south of Natal, a visit to Recife will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea.
Jaboatão dos Guararapes is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres south of Natal. No trip is complete without experiencing Piedade Beach, Muribeca dos Guararapes and Pedra do Xareu Beach.
