Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is four hours ahead of Phoenix.
Leave enough time to get on your PHX 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.
Flying over a peak time like March? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from PHX to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
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PHX is around 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near PHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from PHX.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is ₹ 36,111. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 73,065. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PHX to Rio de Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from PHX to Rio de Janeiro.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from PHX to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your PHX to Rio de Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late PHX to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is always a good idea. As well as better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio de Janeiro right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are a couple of major attractions to add to your Rio de Janeiro to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
