Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio de Janeiro three hours behind Dublin.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your DUB to GIG flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DUB and GIG:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
$483 is currently the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. A return flight starts from $662. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from DUB to GIG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of all flights leaving Dublin Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Dublin Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Dublin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a stress-free start by staying near DUB. Whether you have an early flight from Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Grab a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car and explore Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is roughly 19 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
December is the most popular month for flights from Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Rio de Janeiro in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUB to GIG sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometers west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometers north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are key highlights.