Tips for flying to Brazil for this month’s World Cup

by Aimee Heckel · June 10, 2014

Considering flying to Brazil this month?

By Aimee Heckel

Can you hear the crowds screaming from Brazil? It’s almost World Cup time.

Whether you are a soccer fanatic or not, the World Cup is one of the most exciting sports events in the world, and it’s in beautiful Brazil this year. Call it a good excuse to go to Brazil, or maybe a good excuse to go to the World Cup. Whatever you call it, it’s not too late to plan a late-minute excursion to the big game.

But be smart about your travel. Educate yourself about the areas (and stay in the safe regions), plan contingency plans in case something falls through and read up on the U.S. Department of State’s recommendations for safe travel to Brazil during the World Cup.

Also, know what you’re getting into. Brazil has had some glitches in the World Cup planning — enough to even warrant their own hashtag: #worldcuppanic

Looking for help with the planning? Here are some of our favorite travel deals to Brazil right now, and other ways to save money on your trip.

Global Events Forum is offering special World Cup packages. Packages start around $3,500 and include hotel, hospitality and tickets. Want a cheaper deal? Stay at the four-star Windsor Hotel in Rio De Janeiro June 14-17 for just over $1,000. That price includes breakfast.

Great Atlantic Sports also has World Cup packages. Choose from a variety of packages, including Follow Your Team packages throughout Brazil, or the limited-space Follow Team USA packages. Prices vary based on the teams playing and the location.

Want to save money on airfare to Brazil? Check for airfare on Hotwire.com, and pair it with these Hotwire coupons and 3 percent Cash Back from ShopAtHome.com. Get $10 off your next hotel when you sign up for Hotwire’s emails, and save up to 40 percent off last-minute airfare.

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