Flying from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Singapore. Explore your options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when reserving your flight from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro.
Disembark at Rio De Janeiro's primary gateway, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Rio De Janeiro is 11 hours behind Singapore and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Singapore to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Singapore to Rio De Janeiro flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Singapore to Rio De Janeiro flights leaving from Changi International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Changi International Airport:
When it comes to Changi International Airport's on-time performance, 68.95% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Singapore 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 resting soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Singapore to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get exactly what you want. Booking 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 23 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro.
The journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.
No juggling luggage on public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the range of cars available here at Localiza.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RRJ well ahead of your flight from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
May is the quietest month for flights from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Singapore to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Singapore to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-do's during your Rio De Janeiro adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
