Cheap Flights from Belem (BEL) to Rio de Janeiro (RIOA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £144. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Belem to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Belem to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Belem to Rio de Janeiro

Alternative Belem to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Belem to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Belem to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£76
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week64

Finding cheap flights from Belem to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Belem to Rio de Janeiro is £144. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Belem to Rio de Janeiro.
TAP Air Portugal, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Azul Airlines fly direct from Belem to Rio de Janeiro.
As of April 2026, there are 63 flights per week flying from Belem to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Belem to Rio de Janeiro is usually May.
If you're flying from Belem Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 7.6 miles away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from £144.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, 21 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Flying from Belem Val de Cans International Airport (BEL) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Rio de Janeiro and Belem (where Belem Val de Cans International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • You can pick from 11 services each week between Belem Val de Cans International Airport (BEL) and Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). This is the most popular flight route.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BEL to Rio de Janeiro flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets are available for booking. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Book your ticket with Gol. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Belem, BEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel near BEL? If you're catching an early flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Belem Val de Cans International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart BEL arrive at their destination as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Belem Val de Cans International Airport (BEL) to Rio de Janeiro

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is £76. The cheapest price for a return flight is £144. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from BEL to Rio de Janeiro by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • July is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BEL to Rio de Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kms (12 miles). It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BEL to Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 5 kms (3 miles) from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.

  • After stepping off your BEL to Rio de Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 27 kms (17 miles) from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • The journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes using public transport.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Get settled at one of these stays after your BEL to Rio de Janeiro flight:

  • Rental providers sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RRJ well ahead of your flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in December.

  • The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BEL to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • Start your Rio de Janeiro trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belem Val de Cans International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our range of hotels including:

  • Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rio de Janeiro Carnival.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kms (220 miles) away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kms (210 miles) north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are key highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.