Flying from Ribeirao Preto Airport (RAO) to Maceio Airport (MCZ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Maceio's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Ribeirao Preto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your RAO to MCZ flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Maceio (and then discovering more of Brazil!) is a breeze with Azul Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Azul Airlines.
With an impressive 88.89% of services arriving as planned, Azul Airlines has the best on-time record for RAO to MCZ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ribeirao Preto Airport (RAO) to Maceio Airport (MCZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport flight is $205. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $407. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from RAO to MCZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RAO to MCZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport.
Handy information about Ribeirao Preto Airport (RAO)
81% of flights leaving Ribeirao Preto Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from RAO.
To get to Ribeirao Preto Airport from central Ribeirao Preto, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near RAO. Whether you have an early flight from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Maceio Airport (MCZ)
Reserve a hotel near MCZ if you're taking a late Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Maceio Airport rental car and explore Maceio and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Maceio Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Maceio Airport (MCZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Maceio based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Ribeirao Preto Airport to Maceio Airport for March if you'd like to go to Maceio during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RAO to MCZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Salvador is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Maceio. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Pelourinho, Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
If you want to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Recife, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Maceio. Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Church Our Lady of Health are highlights.