Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO) taking off from either of these.
Rio De Janeiro and Ribeirao Preto (where Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to RAO.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
GIG is around 18 kms (11 miles) from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights that depart Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kms (1.00 mile) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to RAO flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near RAO instead:
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To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport flight.
Getting from Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO) to central Ribeirao Preto
Central Ribeirao Preto is around 8 miles from Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO)
Right now, £34 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £65. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to RAO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Ribeirao Preto. June is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Book a Rio De Janeiro to RAO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ribeirao Preto to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport in June if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Ribeirao Preto
Start your Ribeirao Preto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras are attractions you won't want to skip in Ribeirao Preto.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ribeirao Preto. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the south-east, top sights here include Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) south-east of Ribeirao Preto, Guarulhos is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Natural Science Museum, Floresta da Canastra and Parque Dois Irmãos.
