Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours ahead of Seattle, where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from SEA to Rio De Janeiro, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from SEA to Rio De Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before organizing your flight tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SEA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Rio De Janeiro
C$464 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$978. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SEA to Rio De Janeiro. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from SEA to Rio De Janeiro every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 16 minutes.
After your flight from SEA to Rio De Janeiro, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from SEA to Rio De Janeiro sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
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