Flying from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GIG to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month like December? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between GIG and IAD include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Bogota Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Currently, Rs93,789 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs183,871. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GIG to IAD, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from GIG to IAD.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Of all flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near GIG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel close to IAD if you're taking a late Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Washington Dulles Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Washington DC in February.
When reserving your flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GIG to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Washington DC, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its leading sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without seeing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.