Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR): What you need to know
Puerto Iguazú's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio de Janeiro. Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport is located in Puerto Iguazú.
Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to IGR won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to IGR even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) is an option when taking off from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
Travelling from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from GIG reach their destination on time.
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 terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to IGR flight:
79% of all departures from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR)
After your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls is a convenient option that's not too far from IGR.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR) to central Puerto Iguazú
Central Puerto Iguazú is around 16 kilometres from Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR)
Currently, $220 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $496. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to IGR. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Puerto Iguazú. September is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Rio de Janeiro to IGR plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Puerto Iguazú, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport in July when temperatures are between 10ºC and 26ºC.
More about Puerto Iguazú
After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Puerto Iguazú:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Cataratas, Aqui Cataratas del Iguazu and Foz do Iguaçu are top sights which should feature on every Puerto Iguazú itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Puerto Iguazú has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Argentina just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres southwest of Puerto Iguazú, a trip to Posadas will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Plaza San Martin, La Iglesia Catedral de Posadas and Plaza 9 de Julio.
Oberá is another favourite destination in Argentina and is around 209 kilometres south of Puerto Iguazú. No journey is complete without a visit to Salto Dos Hermanas y Tobogán, Galpón de la Murga del Monte and Parque de las Naciones.