Travelling from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro jetting off from here.
Touch down at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the primary gateway of Rio De Janeiro.
Rio De Janeiro is ten hours behind Jakarta and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in a cheap Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When booking your Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one option if you're flying out of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, data shows 73.0% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving 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 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace 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.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
As soon as your flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 15 minutes on public transport.
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
No crowded public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're literally in the driver's seat. Browse the range of cars available here at Localiza.
If you prefer a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month for flights from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro. To skip the crowds, head to Rio De Janeiro in May.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should feature on any well-planned 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 experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, top sights here include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If you want to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are the start of reasons to visit.
