Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin. Operating on the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Darwin.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from DRW to Rio De Janeiro.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you hold a passport from Australia and plan to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Darwin, DRW can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near DRW? If you're boarding an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is C$2,052. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$3,011. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DRW to Rio De Janeiro if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
As soon as your flight from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the trip to take about 16 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to SDU. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from DRW to Rio De Janeiro at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from DRW to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Darwin International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
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