Flying from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport (SLA) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro and Salta (where Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To avoid missing your SLA to Rio de Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Whether you're eager to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book plane tickets from SLA to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) is a popular stop on this route.
Traveling from central Salta to SLA takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SLA:
Of all flights leaving Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport (SLA) to Rio de Janeiro
$180 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is $297. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SLA to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across every month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 19 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from SLA to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 5 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. Following your flight from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SDU. Settle in and get cozy after your SLA to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these well-located options:
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The center of Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometers from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 45 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your SLA to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is always smart. Along with better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the most popular month for flights from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Book a Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SLA to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Salta Martin Miguel de Guemes Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Rio de Janeiro itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometers north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favorite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.