Travelling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is two hours ahead of Charleston, where Charleston International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your CHS to Rio de Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from CHS to Rio de Janeiro. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
CHS is about 16 kilometres from central Charleston. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CHS:
79% of flights that take off from Charleston International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Rio de Janeiro
$901 is currently the best price for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,605. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from CHS to Rio de Janeiro if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CHS to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. After your flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your CHS to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Score the best price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel near RRJ. Settle in at one of these stays after your CHS to Rio de Janeiro flight:
If you prefer a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the most popular month to travel to Rio de Janeiro. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
Book a Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CHS to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Charleston International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without dropping by Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.