Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 58 minutes.
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 3 hours behind Porto, where Porto Airport is located.
With 2 weekly flights between the two airports, Porto Airport (OPO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the busiest route. TAP Air Portugal operates the earliest flight at 12:25. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from OPO to GIG is with TAP Air Portugal at 15:10.
To ensure you catch your flight from OPO to Rio De Janeiro, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Begin your journey at OPO and end it at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Book your seat with TAP Air Portugal. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from OPO to Rio De Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You don't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from Portugal and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Porto, OPO can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near OPO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Rio De Janeiro
$547 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A return flight starts from $913. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 4 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from OPO to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month for tickets from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro is December. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 16 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from OPO to Rio De Janeiro at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month for flights from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Rio De Janeiro in May when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from OPO to Rio De Janeiro sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Porto Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Copacabana Beach.
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