Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport (XAP): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport (XAP) departing from either of these.
Chapeco's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro. Chapeco Airport is located in Chapeco.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to XAP, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to XAP flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport:
78.67% of all departures from Santos Dumont Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Chapeco Airport (XAP)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near XAP:
Follow your own route with a Chapeco Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Unidas, FlexWays or Avis and discover more of Chapeco and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport flight.
Getting from Chapeco Airport (XAP) to central Chapeco
Chapeco Airport to central Chapeco is roughly 2 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport (XAP)
Right now, RM252 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM518. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to XAP. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport (XAP)
April is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport (XAP), while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chapeco based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Rio De Janeiro to XAP plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chapeco to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport in July when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Chapeco
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chapeco right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chapeco Airport:
Praça da Liberdade and Eco Parque are just two of the big attractions to put on your Chapeco travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Vale do Rio Uruguai.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Chapeco, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Travel about 257 kilometres north-west to Foz do Iguaçu to check off its top attractions. From Iguassu to Maravilhas Do Mundo and Garganta do Diabo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cascavel is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres north of Chapeco. No journey is complete without dropping by Espaço Ciência, Museu de História Natural (Zoologico de Cascavel). And Environmental Victory Park.
