Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is two hours ahead of Pittsburgh, where Pittsburgh International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your PIT to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from PIT to Rio de Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
PIT is about 21 kilometres from central Pittsburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near PIT. Whether you have an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Pittsburgh International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for PIT is 1000 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Rio de Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is ₹ 60,823. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 89,200. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PIT to Rio de Janeiro. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across each month and land a fantastic deal.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
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 reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks before your flight from PIT to Rio de Janeiro can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is located around 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The trip will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PIT to Rio de Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel near SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will save you money.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near RRJ. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your PIT to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. As well as better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the quietest month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Rio de Janeiro based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PIT to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
After booking your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are a couple of leading 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
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
