Travelling from Lima Airport (LIM) to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Lima.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LIM to SDU flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport flight is $399. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $810. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LIM to SDU, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
82% of flights leaving Lima Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LIM.
Central Lima to Lima Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Consider staying in a hotel near SDU if you're taking a late Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Rio de Janeiro. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Lima Airport to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LIM to SDU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're ready to explore another side of 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 the start of reasons to visit.