Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 3 hours behind London, where London Luton Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from LTN to Rio De Janeiro, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from LTN to Rio De Janeiro that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You don't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your cheap tickets from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
LTN is about 56 kilometers from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 1 hour and 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 21 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LTN:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro is $431. The cheapest price for a return flight is $912. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LTN to Rio De Janeiro. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your ticket from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometers. It takes about 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometers from central Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 16 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from LTN to Rio De Janeiro:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month for a trip to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Before you book a flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from LTN to Rio De Janeiro sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London Luton Airport to Rio De Janeiro to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info on car rentals in Rio De Janeiro, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.