Traveling from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport (TUC) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro and Tucuman (where Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport is located) are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
To avoid rushing for your TUC to Rio de Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
The journey from central Tucuman to TUC takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Of the flights that depart from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport (TUC) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is $180. The cheapest price for a return flight is $289. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from TUC to Rio de Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across each month and snap up a fantastic 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 the center of Rio de Janeiro takes about 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 19 kilometers away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from TUC to Rio de Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your TUC to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will help you stay within budget.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometers from the center of Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city center by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your TUC to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
If you're hoping for a certain model or make, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the most popular month for flights from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TUC to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Rio de Janeiro
After booking your flight from Teniente General Benjamin Matienzo Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just the start of the top 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 seen 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 essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
