Flying from Campo Grande International Airport (CGR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of Campo Grande, where Campo Grande International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your CGR to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Campo Grande to CGR takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near CGR? If you're boarding an early flight from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Campo Grande International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.28% of flights that depart CGR arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Campo Grande International Airport (CGR) to Rio De Janeiro
£51 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £104. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from CGR to Rio De Janeiro, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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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 takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 miles away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Follow your own route with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CGR to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 1 mile from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your CGR to Rio De Janeiro flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 20 miles from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Stay at a hotel near RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late CGR to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Ready to take the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without worrying about how to get to your next destination.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is smart. Along with better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Campo Grande 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 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CGR to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Campo Grande International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, browse our range of hotels including:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. About 220 miles west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Around 210 miles north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.