Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of Buffalo, where Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your BUF to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from BUF to Rio De Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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BUF is about 8 miles from central Buffalo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BUF. Whether you have an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the departures from Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is £247. The cheapest price for a return flight is £530. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BUF to Rio De Janeiro, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and bag a fantastic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BUF to Rio De Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 11 miles. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BUF to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 1 mile from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BUF to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Score the best price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 20 miles from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your BUF to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Ready to roll? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so book your ride from RRJ ahead of your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before you book your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BUF to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are highlights which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 220 miles away to the west, top sights here include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 210 miles north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without visiting Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
