Travelling from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Seattle. Explore your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when organizing your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the major hub where you can touch down in Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
If you have a passport from United States and plan to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 54 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Rio De Janeiro:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 11 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 16 minutes.
There are some cozy stays to park your luggage (and yourself) near SDU. Settle in after your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro
Currently, C$544 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,215. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month for a trip to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Rio De Janeiro, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are a couple of top attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
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