Flying from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Asuncion (the location of Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport) and Rio de Janeiro are in the same timezone — UTC-3.
The most popular flight route is from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). You can choose from six services between these airports each week.
To avoid rushing for your ASU to Rio de Janeiro flight, 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 standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket. Begin your journey at ASU and arrive at Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Book your seat with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from ASU to Rio de Janeiro. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
ASU is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Asuncion. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ASU? If you're catching an early flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from ASU touch down on schedule 84% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've seen for a one-way Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is £75. The cheapest price for a return flight is £132. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ASU to Rio de Janeiro if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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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 kms (12 miles). It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ASU to Rio de Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kms (3 miles) from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your ASU to Rio de Janeiro flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kms (17 miles) from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your ASU to Rio de Janeiro flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. Along with more affordable prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To escape the crowds, visit Rio de Janeiro in December.
Lock in a Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ASU to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio de Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 354 kms (220 miles) west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, your itinerary will be busy.
Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kms (210 miles) north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.