Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport (BVB): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport (BVB). Explore the options for taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), the city's main airports.
The timezone in Boa Vista is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro. Boa Vista Airport is located in Boa Vista.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Rio De Janeiro to BVB. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Travelling from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from central Rio De Janeiro in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to BVB flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Boa Vista Airport (BVB)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near BVB and turn in quicker:
Hit the road running by picking up a Boa Vista Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Movida, locarx or Localiza and explore beyond Boa Vista's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Boa Vista Airport (BVB) to central Boa Vista
Boa Vista Airport to central Boa Vista is about 31 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport (BVB)
RM768 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport. Return flights start at RM1,625. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to BVB. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport (BVB)
June is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport (BVB). Plan your visit to Boa Vista in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Boa Vista is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to BVB plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Boa Vista Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Turn your Brazil trip into a bigger adventure with a visit to São Joaquim, located about 137 kilometres north-west of Boa Vista. Amajari River is just one of the top attractions to put on your must-do list.
Have time for another stop? Set out for Uiramutã. It's roughly 209 kilometres north of Boa Vista and features highlights including Cachoeira Sete Queda and Cachoeira Uruca.