Flying from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Rio de Janeiro and Sao Luiz (where Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
With seven departures a week between the two airports, Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is the busiest route. Board Gol's 00:10 flight to get your journey from SLZ to GIG underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SLZ to Rio de Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Begin your trip at SLZ and fly nonstop to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets.
Look out for deals with Gol. This airline has direct flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The journey from central Sao Luiz to SLZ takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near SLZ? If you've booked an early flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SLZ arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Rio de Janeiro
₹ 9,507 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 19,736. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from SLZ to Rio de Janeiro by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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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 takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from SLZ to Rio de Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Kick back and get cosy after your SLZ to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near RRJ. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your SLZ to Rio de Janeiro flight:
If you prefer a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Book a Marechal Cunha Machado 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. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SLZ to Rio de Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, explore our selection of hotels including:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Rio de Janeiro itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without seeing Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.