Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is eight hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your MAA to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MAA to Rio De Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MAA:
76.04% of flights that take off from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Rio De Janeiro
$1,083 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts at $2,180. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MAA to Rio De Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before your flight from MAA to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your MAA to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head straight for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel near RRJ. Get settled at one of these options after your MAA to Rio De Janeiro flight:
No juggling luggage on public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Browse the range of cars available here at Localiza.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before scheduling your flights from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Chennai Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your 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. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.