Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport (VCP): what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport (VCP) jetting off from either of these.
Hop on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 16 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro and Sao Paulo (where Viracopos Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Viracopos Airport (VCP), with 138 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GIG to VCP is the 00:45 GOL Linhas Aéreas option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 23:25 with GOL Linhas Aéreas.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to VCP. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can book a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport (VCP) out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
GOL Linhas Aéreas is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport departing from GIG.
From the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 18 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Book a hotel close to VCP if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to central Sao Paulo
Viracopos Airport to central Sao Paulo is around 1 hour and 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 97 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 3 hours and 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport from C$43 or travel return from just C$91. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
February is the quietest time to fly to Sao Paulo. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Rio De Janeiro to VCP for February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Viracopos Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
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