Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport (UYU): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport (UYU) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Uyuni is UTC-4, which is 1 hour behind Rio De Janeiro. Uyuni Airport is located in Uyuni.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to UYU.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at 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
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Uyuni Airport (UYU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near UYU:
Getting from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to central Uyuni
From Uyuni Airport, Uyuni is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport (UYU)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport from Rs108,240 or travel return from just Rs327,358. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to UYU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport (UYU)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Uyuni. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in May. This is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Uyuni is November, with temperatures ranging between 0ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Rio De Janeiro to UYU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport in July when temperatures average between -3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Uyuni
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Uyuni Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Uyuni:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Salar de uyuni, Train Cemetery and Tunupa Volcano are essential stops on your Uyuni itinerary.