Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 14 hours behind Canberra.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your CBR to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
The journey from central Canberra to CBR takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CBR:
Of all flights departing from Canberra Airport, 72.61% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Rio De Janeiro
RM7,153 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts from RM9,551. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from CBR to Rio De Janeiro, book ahead. 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 around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from CBR to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your CBR to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Book a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late CBR to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Ready to roll? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without stressing about how to get to where you're going.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CBR to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are top attractions which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
