Flying from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro is one hour ahead of Manaus, where Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is the most traveled route, with eight flights a week to pick from. You can fly from MAO to GIG at 00:50 with LATAM Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your MAO to Rio de Janeiro flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Direct Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets are available for booking. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be touching down.
Get on board with Gol. This airline operates direct flights from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
MAO is around 48 kilometres from central Manaus. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near MAO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
82% of flights departing from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of MAO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to Rio de Janeiro
₹ 16,800 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 35,033. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAO to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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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 by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks before your flight from MAO to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 5 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your MAO to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can land you a better rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and make your way to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 45 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near RRJ. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your MAO to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is smart. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the busiest month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MAO to Rio de Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Manaus Eduardo Gomes International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are highlights which should feature on every Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you want to check out another major destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are key reasons to visit.
