Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU): What you need to know
Rio de Janeiro's main airport is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Check out your options for departing from this base when booking flights from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU).
The average time for a direct Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport flight is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Aracaju's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio de Janeiro. Aracaju Santa Maria Airport is located in Aracaju.
The most popular route is from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU). There are 10 direct services every week. Gol operates a 7:35am departure between GIG and AJU.
Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to AJU won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU) out of Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
You can travel on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport with Gol. This top airline operates services from GIG.
GOL Linhas Aéreas is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from GIG to AJU.
GOL Linhas Aéreas ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 85.59% of its services landing on schedule.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart GIG arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Rio de Janeiro to AJU flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU)
Consider booking a hotel near AJU if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU) to central Aracaju
Central Aracaju is around 11 kilometres from Aracaju Santa Maria Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU)
$187 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport. Return flights start at $379. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to AJU, book your plane ticket seven months ahead of your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport (AJU), while October is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Aracaju based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Aracaju is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Rio de Janeiro to AJU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 26ºC.
More about Aracaju
Start your Aracaju trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Aracaju Santa Maria Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Atalaia Beach and Refugio beach are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Aracaju travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mosqueiro Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Aracaju has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres southwest of Aracaju, a trip to Salvador will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Pelourinho, Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, head for Maceio, roughly 225 kilometres northeast of Aracaju. Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach are key reasons to visit.