Travelling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Indianapolis, where Indianapolis International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your IND to Rio De Janeiro flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from IND to Rio De Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Indianapolis to IND takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel close to IND? If you're boarding an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Indianapolis International Airport, 79.86% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for IND is 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Rio De Janeiro
$423 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $957. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from IND to Rio De Janeiro if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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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.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before your flight from IND to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
Following your IND to Rio De Janeiro flight, unwind at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will help you save.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 32 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
The journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel close to RRJ. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your IND to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Ready to get into the driver's seat? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and begin your trip without worrying about how to get to where you're going.
If you'd like a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IND 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 searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If you want to check out another side of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are key highlights.
