Cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Rio De Janeiro

All you need to know about flights from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport TLV to Rio de Janeiro Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport GIG & Santos Dumont Airport SDU

Airlines that fly from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro

There are no direct flights from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro. However, here on Skyscanner Israel, you can find the best Tel Aviv Rio de Janeiro flights via stopovers. There are plenty of options usually operated by two airlines; we’ll give you all the options, the cheapest flights, and the most convenient deals.

Terminal Information - Departing

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport TLV operates flights from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro. In most cases, your flight will depart from Terminal 3. If you are traveling from Tel Aviv, take the train to Modi’in. The train has a stop outside the terminal - Ben Gurion Airport Station. Another option is pre-booking taxi. It’s recommended to arrive three hours before departure, especially during the high seasons. You can pass the time at the Duty-Free shops where you can buy gadgets, clothes, shoes, and sportswear. Ben Gurion Airport, or as you know it - נתב”ג - נמל התעופה בן גוריון has a large electronics store which offers $200 tax-free sales.

Free Wifi is available throughout the airport, and power sockets are spread across the terminal for your convenience. At the food court area, you can find numerous restaurants and cafes. Automated machines with cheaper drinks are also available at the airport. Check the Dan Lounges where you can relax and enjoy a discounted entry fee if you have a premium credit card. If you are an Elite member of EL AL and your first leg is operated by this airline, you can pass the time at the luxurious King David Lounge.

Terminal Information - Arriving

Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport GIG: Most flights from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro arrive at the main airport of the city, known by its original name Galeão International Airport. The airport is located 20 km north of the city’s downtown. There are several bus services from the airport to different destinations in the city. The regular bus lines (925, 915, 922, 924) cost R$3.80 (₪3.75). Special premium buses cost up to R$16.00 (₪15.80). Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) uses exclusive corridors, so it offers faster travel and doesn’t suffer from congested streets. It directly links the Alvorada Bus Terminus in Barra da Tijuca with RIOgaleão, with stops along the way at Fundão Terminal, Vicente de Carvalho, and Madureira subway station. You’ll find it outside the arrivals area in Terminal 2, gate D and the fare is R$ 3.60 (₪3.55). Alternatively, you can rent a car and find the best offers on Skyscanner car rental.

Santos Dumont Airport SDU: This is the second major airport serving Rio de Janeiro, located adjacent to downtown. Take the Real Auto Ônibus to the city. The bus runs every 30 minutes to the Central Bus Station and Galeão International Airport in one direction. Bus 2145 is an express link between Santos Dumont and Galeão Airports and bus 2101 stops at the Central Bus Station. Both lines run in 20 minutes intervals. The Light Rail has a station at the airport, connecting the terminal with the downtown area, the subway system, the Olympic Boulevard and the Central Bus Station. Renting a car? Compare prices on Skyscanner car rental.

Things you should know

Israeli citizens do not need to apply for a tourist visa before traveling to Brazil. Before booking flights from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro, it’s recommended to make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months. You will be granted a 90-day visa upon arrival. It is possible to apply for an extension, but no longer than a total of 180 days.

Useful Information about Rio de Janeiro - ריו דה ז’ניירו

The cost of living in Rio de Janeiro is significantly cheaper compared to Tel Aviv; consumer prices are 40% lower than in Tel Aviv. A three-course meal for two in a mid-range restaurant costs over 50% less in Rio de Janeiro, and beers are 50%-70% cheaper there. The local transport is 35% cheaper in Rio de Janeiro. The currency used in Rio de Janeiro is Brazilian Real, the code is BRL, and the currency symbol is R$. The weather in Rio de Janeiro is warm year-round, with 25-30 degrees on average. The warmest months are January and February.

Rio de Janeiro is full of activities, attractions, and offers a lot to see: Copacabana, Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Corcovado, Ipanema, Santa Teresa, Leblon, Lapa, Escadaria Selarón, Botafogo, Maracanã, Arpoador, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Parque Lage, Sambódromo, Pedra da Gávea, Tijuca Forest, Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, Carioca Aqueduct, Red Beach.

How to find cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro

Normally flights from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro cost $800-$1000 (₪2950-₪3690). However, flexible travelers can easily cut this price and find flights for around $660, (₪2,435) round-trip. Search “whole month” instead of typing in exact dates. Set up a Price Alert on flights from Tel Aviv to Rio de Janeiro and we will update you by email whenever the price changes. Here are more tips on how to find cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro.

This information is correct as of July 2018