Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB): What you need to know
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located in Quebec. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Rio de Janeiro to YQB.
Flying during a popular month like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Whether you're eager to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to YQB.
GIG is about 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
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When it comes to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can get to SDU from central Rio de Janeiro in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Rio de Janeiro to YQB flight? Kick back in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
79% of flights taking off from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YQB:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport flight.
Getting from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to central Quebec
From Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, central Quebec is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is $761. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,464. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to YQB. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
May is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB), while October is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Quebec based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to YQB plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Quebec to range from 7ºC to 21ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport in January when temperatures are between -30ºC and -12ºC.
More about Quebec
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Quebec right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. UNESCO Monument, Old Quebec and Montmorency Falls are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Quebec itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Quebec will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres southwest of Quebec, a trip to Montreal will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 225 kilometres southwest of Quebec, Laval is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval.
