Flying from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro.
Touch down at Rio De Janeiro's chief entry point, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
To ensure you catch your flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can visit Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before booking your cheap flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes approximately 26 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
Arriving 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 a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro:
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro is C$517. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,006. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Take advantage of filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
May is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are leading attractions which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Minneapolis to Rio De Janeiro to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Rio De Janeiro, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
