How to find cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
AED 4,236 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to GIG, the lowest fare is AED 2,434.
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Lock in a bargain on tickets to Rio de Janeiro, where Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is located, by booking ahead of time. You're more likely to land an amazing deal and have a wider selection of departure options.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This lets you browse prices for all the airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help keep costs down.
If you aren't in a rush to get to Rio de Janeiro, think about making a pit stop along the way. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport if you book a flight with a stop.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
You can typically board the cheapest flight to Rio de Janeiro in May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to GIG that suits your budget and itinerary.
If you want to experience Rio de Janeiro at its busiest, book your flights to GIG for January. Traveling during peak periods often means more to do and see compared to other times of the year.
The quietest time of the year to travel is December. Lock in your plane tickets to Rio de Janeiro then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break your vacation, so consider what type of conditions you prefer to get away in. Rio de Janeiro is warmest in February, averaging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
July sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
With three days of rain on average, June is the driest month in Rio de Janeiro.
January brings the wettest weather. You can expect around 13 days of rainfall if you're in town then.
Traveling to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, these major airlines make traveling to Rio de Janeiro easy:
Think about booking your GIG plane ticket with British Airways. It's the top-performing carrier for punctuality, with up to 92% of flights into this airport sticking to schedule.
You'll be landing in the UTC-3 timezone at GIG.
Slip into bed not long after your flight to GIG. Choose one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
If you have a connecting flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport or traveling home from there, you've got a good chance of staying on schedule. Up to 80% of all flights out of GIG reach their destination on time.
Getting to central Rio de Janeiro from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
GIG is located about 19 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro.
You'll get to the center in around 30 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to GIG.
Expect the ride to take about 1 hour when using public transport.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Unpack your bags at one of these traveler-approved options in Rio de Janeiro:
Rio de Janeiro highlights
Jump off your flight to Rio de Janeiro and head directly for these major attractions:
Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer: Around 6 kilometers southwest of the center in South District, this landmark offers a lasting first impression of the city.
Rio de Janeiro Carnival: Need one more reason to visit Rio de Janeiro? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 6 kilometers south of the city center in Copacabana.
How to get to Nova Iguaçu from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Going straight to Nova Iguaçu? From GIG, it takes around 40 minutes to drive there. The city is about 32 kilometers from the airport.
Expect a travel time of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes when making your way to Nova Iguaçu on public transport.
Traveling from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Duque de Caxias
If Duque de Caxias is where you're going, it's about 8 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport.
Explore more of Brazil
Brazil keeps the adventures coming. Carry on to Nova Iguaçu, located about 23 kilometers west of Rio de Janeiro. Parque Natural Municipal de Nova Iguaçu, Cachoeira K11 and Pico do Alto Uruguai have to be on your to-do list.
Duque de Caxias is another popular destination in Brazil and is roughly 8 kilometers west of Rio de Janeiro. Set your sights on top attractions like Life and Science Museum, Sitio-escola Sambaqui Do São Bento and Teatro Municipal Raul Cortez.