Jet lag is cumulative, and a poor layover in Rio de Janeiro shows up sectors later. Aircrew Travel plans Rio de Janeiro around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Rio de Janeiro
Strategic naps beat one long, mistimed sleep when crews stage through Rio de Janeiro across the window of circadian low.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Americas time zones during a Rio de Janeiro layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Rio de Janeiro
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Rio de Janeiro layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to GIG.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Rio de Janeiro?
Very much. A short transfer from GIG and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.