Traveling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Vienna.
Give yourself enough time to catch your VIE to Rio De Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
VIE is about 16 kilometers from central Vienna. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to VIE:
Of the flights that depart from Vienna International Airport, 78.59% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is $392. The cheapest price for a return flight is $740. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from VIE to Rio De Janeiro if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across the month and score an epic deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometers. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Explore without limits with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your flight from VIE to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometers from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your VIE to Rio De Janeiro flight, unwind at a hotel near SDU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can land you a better rate.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometers from the center of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the city center by cab or ride-share after your flight from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your VIE to Rio De Janeiro flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Ready to set off? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without worrying about how to get to your next destination.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from VIE to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometers west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
