Flying from Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU) to Manaus Airport (MAO): what you need to know
Manaus is one hour behind Foz do Iguaçu and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IGU to MAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Handy information about Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
80% of flights departing from Iguassu Falls Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from IGU.
Iguassu Falls Airport is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central Foz do Iguaçu. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Manaus Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near IGU:
Arriving at Manaus Airport (MAO)
Book a hotel near MAO if you're catching a late Iguassu Falls Airport to Manaus Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Manaus Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Movida or vipservice and find adventure across Manaus and beyond.
Booking your ride from Manaus Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Manaus Airport (MAO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Iguassu Falls Airport to Manaus Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Manaus in March.
Before locking in your flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Manaus Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Manaus, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 40ºC.
June has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IGU to MAO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Itacoatiara is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Manaus. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the east, well-known attractions include Mirante De Itacoatiara, Tunel Verde de Itacoatiara and Adolpho Ducke Forest Reserve.
Around 386 kms (240 miles) east of Manaus, Parintins is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Associação Folclórica Boi-Bumbá Garantido - Cidade Garantido, Santuário Boi Garantido and N S do Carmo Cathedral.