Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) taking off from here.
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours behind Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to UIO, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Rio De Janeiro to UIO that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between GIG and UIO include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GIG is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
About Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours and 11 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is C$330. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$681. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to UIO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Quito in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Rio De Janeiro to UIO for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Quito to range from 7ºC to 19ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Quito
Start your Quito trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Quito Old Town and Basilica del Voto Nacional are just two of the big attractions to put on your Quito must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to El Panecillo.
Complete your Quito trip with a car rental
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