Cheap flights from San José to Rio de Janeiro from £181
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How much do flights to Rio de Janeiro cost?
Cheapest one-way trip | £181 |
|---|---|
Cheapest round-trip | £341 |
Average round-trip | £361 |
Most popular airline | Copa Airlines |
Getting from Rio de Janeiro's airport to the city center
Fastest options: Premium bus (BRT) and taxi. Best value: Regular bus and metro connection.
From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
40-60 min | R$4-R$5 (single fare) | every 10–20 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
45-90 min | R$18-R$22 (air-conditioned service) | every 20–40 min (traffic dependent) | comfort on a budget | |
30-60 min | R$120-R$180 (metered; varies by destination and traffic) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
30-60 min | R$70-R$150 (surge pricing may apply) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based convenience |
From Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10-20 min | R$6-R$7 (single journey fare) | every 5–10 min | quick access to Zona Sul | |
10-30 min | R$25-R$60 (metered; varies by destination) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | short trips with luggage | |
10-30 min | R$15-R$50 (surge pricing may apply) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | flexible pickup |
Notes:
- Prices in BRL (R$); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Traffic in Rio de Janeiro can be heavy, especially during rush hours and major events. Allow extra time for road-based transfers.
- Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is within walking distance of downtown and the metro, making it very convenient for city center access.
- Yellow taxis use meters; agree on fare or use official airport taxi counters for fixed rates from GIG.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Rio de Janeiro
Check-in for a flight from San José to Rio de Janeiro
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Airlines | CMP | CM | Yes |
| LATAM Airlines | LAN | LA | Yes |
| Azul | AZU | AD | Yes |
| Gol Transportes Aéreos | GLO | G3 | Yes |
| Avianca | AVA | AV | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Rio de Janeiro
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 30°C | 23°C |
| February | 30°C | 23°C |
| March | 29°C | 23°C |
| April | 27°C | 21°C |
| May | 26°C | 19°C |
| June | 25°C | 18°C |
| July | 25°C | 17°C |
| August | 25°C | 18°C |
| September | 26°C | 19°C |
| October | 27°C | 20°C |
| November | 27°C | 21°C |
| December | 29°C | 22°C |
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