Travelling from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires (where Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport is located) are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The busiest route is from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). You can select from 43 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EZE to GIG is the 00:05 Flybondi option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:00 with Emirates.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your EZE to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Start your journey at EZE and fly nonstop to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets.
These are some of the well-known airlines offering direct flights from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from EZE to Rio de Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to EZE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to EZE? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) to Rio de Janeiro
$218 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $386. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from EZE to Rio de Janeiro.
August is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EZE to Rio de Janeiro.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from EZE to Rio de Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is located around 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 20 minutes or so.
Following your EZE to Rio de Janeiro flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will help you save.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Find a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late EZE to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is always a good idea. Along with more affordable prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Lock in a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EZE to Rio de Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are key highlights.






















