Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB): What you need to know
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio de Janeiro. La Paz El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to LPB, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Whether you're eager to discover a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to LPB.
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 takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-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 La Paz El Alto International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from GIG arrive at their destination on time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio de Janeiro to LPB flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Consider booking a hotel near LPB if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
Central La Paz is around 14 kilometres from La Paz El Alto International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
At the moment, $325 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $641. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to LPB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB). July is when most people travel to La Paz. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in December.
The warmest month in La Paz is November, with temperatures ranging between 2ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Rio de Janeiro to LPB plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to La Paz El Alto International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 15ºC.
Explore more of Bolivia
La Paz is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Bolivia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres southeast of La Paz, a visit to Cochabamba will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta.
Around 193 kilometres southeast of La Paz, Oruro is another essential stop in Bolivia. Start your sightseeing at Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro.