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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro:

• Earliest: departs at 03:30 and lands at 06:26
• Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 02:51.

The flight takes about 2h 56m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro takes 2h 56m, covering 1,222 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro range from £207 to £315, with an average of £252 over the past 12 months. Anything below £207 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the £252 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £207 return via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), compared with £251 for direct.

British Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while GOL has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro flights are:

• British Airways: 97% on time
• GOL: 93% on time
• JetSMART: 91% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £13–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 29%, Night flights for 21%, and Evening flights for 7%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £200 to £1,908. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £135, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

Since Rio de Janeiro is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) – daily rates from around £8:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Unidas

Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around £8:

• FOCO
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Budget
• Unidas

Flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro may depart from several airports in Buenos Aires area, including Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini (EZE), with arrivals available at airports in Rio de Janeiro such as Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

One-stop flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro most commonly connect through:

• Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) – 57% of one-stop connections
• Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi (ASU) – 7% of one-stop connections
• Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) – 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £247 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £263, a difference of £16.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

6 airlines operate flights between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Aerolineas Argentinas
• JetSMART
• GOL
• LATAM Airlines
• Emirates
• British Airways

Flying via Brasilia (BSB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 14m, compared to 7h 51m via Montevideo Carrasco (MVD) and 8h 09m via Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR).

Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro are Copacabana Beach, Arcos da Lapa, and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro flights:

• JetSMART: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• GOL: offers extra legroom
• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• JetSMART: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• GOL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The best arrival airport for flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro is Galeão International Airport (GIG). It is the busiest airport in Rio, with more flight options from Buenos Aires. Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is much closer to central Rio than GIG but with limited flight options. All nonstop flights from the different Buenos Aires Airports land at GIG.

The Rapid Transport bus (BRT) is a faster option from Rio de Janeiro Galeão Airport to central Rio. The Real Auto Bus has five lines from the airport to the Rio city center. You may also take an hourly shuttle bus to drop you at major hotels and beaches in the Brazilian city. Taxis and car rentals are available at the airport’s Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 arrivals area.

The Aeropuertos VIP Club is accessible to all travelers regardless of airline or travel class. First Class of Business Class travelers flying to Rio can also check into LATAM VIP Lounge or the Aerolineas Argentinas Salon Condor, which have special services, complimentary drinks and snacks, and relaxing spaces.

Consider booking GOL Airlines or Aerolíneas Argentina, the most eco-friendly airline with flights from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Their airlines emit 33% less CO₂ than most nonstop flights on the route.