Travelling from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Tampa's main base, Tampa International Airport (TPA), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is where you'll be landing in Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro is two hours ahead of Tampa and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Tampa to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro
To pick up cheap Tampa to Rio de Janeiro flights, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Tampa International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro, rest your head at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will save you money.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the most popular month for flights from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro. To skip the crowds, go to Rio de Janeiro in March.
When booking your Tampa to Rio de Janeiro tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Rio de Janeiro:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro Carnival and Ipanema Beach are must-do's during your Rio de Janeiro adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without visiting Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.