Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) departing from here.
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Fort Lauderdale. Santos Dumont Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SDU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
FLL is about 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
73.74% of flights taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SDU and hit the pillow fast:
Travel at your own pace with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport flight.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
Santos Dumont Airport to central Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport is P24,100. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P46,299. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to SDU, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). June is the busiest month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale to SDU plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top attractions which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north-east of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Campos dos Goytacazes will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Villa Maria Culture House, Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, consider Taubaté, roughly 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro. Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate are key highlights.
