Traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Havana is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro. Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to HAV won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to HAV that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GIG and HAV include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Traveling from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
80% of flights departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of GIG.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to HAV flight:
79% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay within easy reach of HAV at Apartamento Familia Campa Daniela - Old Havana.
Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
From Havana Jose Marti International Airport, central Havana is around 16 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city center by car.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
AED 1,017 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. A return flight starts at AED 2,093. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to HAV. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to HAV.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). Plan your visit to Havana in November if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Rio de Janeiro to HAV plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Havana, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Havana
Start your Havana trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Paseo del Malecón, Old Havana and La habana are highlights which should be on every Havana itinerary.
Explore more of Cuba
You've visited Havana, now it's time to explore other parts of Cuba. Travel about 257 kilometers east to Santa Clara to tick off its leading sights. From Che Guevara Mausoleum to Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park), there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 145 kilometers southwest of Havana, Pinar del Río is another favorite stop in Cuba. Start your sightseeing at Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Provincial Museum Of Pinar Del Rio and PALACIO DE GUASCH.
