Flying from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know
Porto Alegre and Rio De Janeiro are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your POA to SDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
61 € is the lowest price for a one-way Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. Return flights start from 110 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from POA to SDU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from POA to SDU by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.
Handy information about Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
Of the departures from Salgado Filho International Airport, 76.68% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Salgado Filho International Airport from central Porto Alegre, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near POA? If you're catching an early flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SDU instead:
Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Santos Dumont Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
Santos Dumont Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
It takes around 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport for February if you want to go to Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from POA to SDU in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.