Nossa Senhora do Socorro to Rio de Janeiro flights
Rio de Janeiro lies 1,486 km (924 mi) south-west of Nossa Senhora do Socorro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Nossa Senhora do Socorro | Rio de Janeiro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 204,081 | 6.7 million |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Maceio) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Nearest large airport | AJU, 15 km out | SDU, 2 km out |
| Postal codes | 49160-000 | 20000-000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Nossa Senhora do Socorro
Nossa Senhora do Socorro is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Aracaju - Santa Maria Airport (AJU), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,218 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,341 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG, 13 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santos Dumont Airport | SDU | 2 km (1 mi) | 4,341 ft | 11 ft |
| Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport | GIG | 13 km (8 mi) | 13,123 ft | 28 ft |
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Staying in Rio de Janeiro
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Common questions
How far is Rio de Janeiro from Nossa Senhora do Socorro?
1,486 km (924 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Nossa Senhora do Socorro.
How long does it take to get from Nossa Senhora do Socorro to Rio de Janeiro by air?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nossa Senhora do Socorro and Rio de Janeiro?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nossa Senhora do Socorro to Rio de Janeiro flights?
Typically Aracaju - Santa Maria Airport (AJU) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU); Rio de Janeiro also has GIG.
Where can I stay in Rio de Janeiro?
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Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.