Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is three hours behind Southampton, where Southampton Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your SOU to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Finding a flight ticket from SOU to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A key stop is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
Travelling from central Southampton to SOU takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near SOU? If you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Southampton Airport, 55.7% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Rio De Janeiro
$2,354 is currently the best price for a one-way Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. Return flight tickets start at $2,149. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SOU to Rio De Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Follow your own route with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SOU to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is located around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SOU to Rio De Janeiro flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can land you a better rate.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your SOU to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Ready to get behind the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before booking your flights from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SOU to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Southampton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.
