Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is Rio de Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia jetting off from here.
Disembark at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the primary gateway of Philadelphia.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Leave plenty of time to make your Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. 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.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia
To find cheap Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia.
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Find an affordable Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia flights leaving from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GIG is about 13 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is approximately 48 kilometres from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia:
Budget, National and Enterprise make picking up a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TTN will help you stay within budget.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
March is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Philadelphia, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are a couple of top attractions to put on your Philadelphia to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres to the northeast, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.