Traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport (BYO): What you need to know
Bonito is one hour behind Rio de Janeiro. Bonito Airport is located in Bonito, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio de Janeiro to BYO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
GIG is around 19 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart GIG land on time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can reach SDU from the center of Rio de Janeiro in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 5 kilometers or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rio de Janeiro to BYO flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
About Bonito Airport (BYO)
Consider staying at Verdant Hotel after your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport. It's a quick drive from BYO and a great option if you want to get some rest right away.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport flight.
Getting from Bonito Airport (BYO) to central Bonito
From Bonito Airport, central Bonito is around 11 kilometers away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city center by car.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport (BYO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport is $108. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $201. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BYO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to BYO.
Find a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport (BYO)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport (BYO). January is the busiest month to visit Bonito. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.
The warmest month in Bonito is September, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Rio de Janeiro to BYO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Bonito
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bonito right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bonito Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Lagoa Misteriosa, Abismo Anhumas and Gruta do Lago Azul Natural Monument are must-do's during your Bonito adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
While Bonito is an excellent introduction to Brazil, you'll find even more to discover in Campo Grande. Located around 209 kilometers to the east, this popular city has no shortage of things to keep you busy, like Velho Casarão Rezende Aquino and Jose Antonio Pereira Museum.
Dourados is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 209 kilometers southeast of Bonito. No journey is complete without seeing Biodiversity Museum, Americo Brigatti Municipal Museum and Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception.