Traveling from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA). Explore your options for setting off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), two of the city's main airports.
2 hours 10 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport flight.
Rio De Janeiro and Porto Alegre (where Salgado Filho International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
The most popular route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA), with 69 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from GIG to POA is the 4am Gol service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 11:45pm with Gol.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to POA.
In high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is a convenient option for traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) take off from this terminal.
At GIG, you can choose from various carriers that operate direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport, such as:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between GIG and POA is Gol.
Among carriers operating on this route, LATAM Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 18 kilometers from central Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from the center of Rio De Janeiro in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Rio De Janeiro to POA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78.67%.
About Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near POA and hit the pillow fast:
Follow your own route with a Salgado Filho International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Foco or Movida and find adventure across Porto Alegre and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport flight.
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
Salgado Filho International Airport is roughly 6 kilometers from central Porto Alegre. How long it'll take to get to the center by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
$51 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport. Return flights start at $108. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to POA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
October is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA). Visit Porto Alegre in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Porto Alegre is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to POA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Porto Alegre
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Porto Alegre right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport:
Your visit to Porto Alegre wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Botanical Gardens, Centro Historico Cultural Santa Casa and Pinacoteca.
Explore more of Brazil
Pelotas is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Porto Alegre. Around 225 kilometers away to the south-west, its best attractions include Grande Hotel de Pelotas, Centro histórico de Pelotas and Praça Dom Joaquim.
Around 257 kilometers west of Porto Alegre, Santa Maria is another favorite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Memorial of Japanese Immigration and Culture, Municipal Park Hills and Calçadão Salvador Isaia.