Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Brasilia Airport (BSB): what you need to know
Brasilia's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Brasilia two hours ahead of Durham.
To ensure you catch your RDU to BSB flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Brasilia Airport (BSB)
At the moment, $753 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Brasilia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,543. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to BSB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Brasilia Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Brasilia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Brasilia Airport (BSB)
If you're getting in on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Brasilia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BSB:
Follow your own route with a Brasilia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and find adventure across Brasilia and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Brasilia Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Brasilia Airport (BSB)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Brasilia Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Brasilia. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Brasilia is September, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Brasilia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to BSB in July. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
Brasilia is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres south-west of Brasilia, a visit to Goiania will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Museum of Art de Goiania, Vaca Brava Park and Jardim Botânico de Goiânia.
Uberlandia is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 370 kilometres south of Brasilia. No trip is complete without seeing Monumento a Zumbi dos Palmares, Indigenous Museum and Waterfall Bom Jardim.