Flying from Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro and Moncton (where Greater Moncton International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
To avoid rushing for your YQM to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
YQM is around 8 kilometres from central Moncton. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel near YQM? If you've booked an early flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Greater Moncton International Airport, 56.76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is $839. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,901. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YQM to Rio De Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from YQM to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your YQM to Rio De Janeiro flight, rest your head at a hotel near SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 32 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your YQM to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
No squeezing into small cabs, no balancing bags on public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the types of cars available here at Localiza.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YQM to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.