Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is three hours ahead of San Salvador, where El Salvador International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your SAL to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from SAL to Rio De Janeiro. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
To reach SAL from central San Salvador, it takes about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAL:
84.27% of flights leaving El Salvador International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from SAL.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Rio De Janeiro
273 € is currently the best price for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. Return plane tickets start at 502 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SAL to Rio De Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Airports 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 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SAL to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your SAL to Rio De Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel near SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your SAL to Rio De Janeiro flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Ready to make tracks? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SAL to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.
