Flying from New York to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of New York. Santos Dumont Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York 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.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
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When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
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As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Santos Dumont Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
If you have a late flight from New York to Santos Dumont Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SDU:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your New York to Santos Dumont Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
Santos Dumont Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
At the moment, ج.م. 13,775 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Santos Dumont Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 29,749. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to SDU. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest New York to Santos Dumont Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from New York to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from New York to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). June is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Before locking in your New York to SDU flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Santos Dumont Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Santos Dumont Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Rio De Janeiro when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Christ the Redeemer followed by Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres north-east of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Campos dos Goytacazes will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Villa Maria Culture House, Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu.
Taubaté is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without seeing Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate.
