Traveling from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is two hours ahead of Boston, where Boston Logan International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BOS to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BOS to Rio de Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
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BOS is about 3 kilometers from central Boston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BOS:
75% of flights leaving from Boston Logan International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is AED 1,087. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,386. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BOS to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across each month and score a sweet deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BOS to Rio de Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometers. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're traveling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BOS to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your BOS to Rio de Janeiro flight, rest your head at a hotel near SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can land you a better rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometers from the center of Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city center by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the center, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Check in to one of these options after your BOS to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ in advance of your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Lock in a Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BOS to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top sights which should feature on every Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 354 kilometers west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometers north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favorite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
