Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA). Explore your options for setting off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 9 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport.
Porto Alegre's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro. Salgado Filho International Airport is located in Porto Alegre.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to POA.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) depart from this terminal.
At GIG, you'll find a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport, including:
From central Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 18 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
About Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
Book a hotel close to POA if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
Salgado Filho International Airport to the centre of Porto Alegre is around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 52 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport is $81. The cheapest price for a return flight is $154. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to POA by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
May is the quietest time to fly to Porto Alegre. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in October. This is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from Rio De Janeiro to POA for January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Porto Alegre to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Porto Alegre
After locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Salgado Filho International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Porto Alegre:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Porto Alegre is to visit its popular attractions. Some highlights include Central Public Market, Parque Moinhos De Vento and Parque farroupilha.
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