Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3, which is three hours behind Porto.
Your OPO to GIG flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
TAP Air Portugal has direct flights from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Rio de Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
TAP Air Portugal tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for OPO to GIG flights is TAP Air Portugal.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between OPO and GIG:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight is $793. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,025. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from OPO to GIG, book your journey seven months before your departure.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
Of all flights leaving Porto Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Porto Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Porto. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to OPO:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Grab a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car and discover Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
From Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, Rio de Janeiro is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Rio de Janeiro. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Porto Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OPO to GIG in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.


