Traveling from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) taking off from here.
The timezone in Caracas is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro. Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CCS.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to CCS leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
GIG is around 18 kilometers from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can reach SDU from the center of Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rio De Janeiro to CCS flight? Check in to a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78.67%.
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
If you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CCS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Street Rent a Car, Aco Rent a Car or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Caracas and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
At the moment, $328 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $719. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to CCS, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
July is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS). Plan your visit to Caracas in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Caracas is April, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to CCS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport in February when temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Caracas
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Simon Bolivar International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Caracas:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Caracas when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Museo de Bellas Artes followed by Mount Avila Cable Car and Eden El Avila National Park.
Explore more of Venezuela
You've done Caracas, now it's time to discover more of Venezuela. Journey about 121 kilometers south-west to Valencia to tick off its top attractions. From Plaza Bolivar to Mezquita de Guataparo and Plaza Sucre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Barquisimeto is another favorite destination in Venezuela and is around 257 kilometers west of Caracas. No trip is complete without seeing Iglesia de la Divina Pastora, Iglesia Altagracia and Plaza Bolívar De Barquisimeto.
