Travelling from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Ilheus (the location of Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport).
To ensure you catch your flight from IOS to Rio De Janeiro, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
After booking your cheap tickets from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within Brazil. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.
IOS is about 3 kilometres from central Ilheus. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 8 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 39 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near IOS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro is $154. The cheapest price for a return flight is $423. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for flight tickets from IOS to Rio De Janeiro. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 3 minutes.
The trip will take about 16 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from IOS to Rio De Janeiro:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Rio De Janeiro, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from IOS to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should be on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
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