Travelling from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Rio de Janeiro and Foz do Iguaçu share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are 40 Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, take the 06:45 Gol flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:35 with Gol.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your GIG to IGU flight.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Foz do Iguaçu (and then discovering more of Brazil!) is a snap with GOL Linhas Aéreas. This popular carrier has direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is GOL Linhas Aéreas.
With a dependable 85.67% of services arriving as planned, GOL Linhas Aéreas is the most punctual carrier offering GIG to IGU flights.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stopover on the GIG to IGU route.
Handy information about Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
79% of flights leaving from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Rio de Janeiro to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near GIG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
If you're getting in on a late Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near IGU:
Grab a Iguassu Falls Airport rental car and explore Foz do Iguaçu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Unidas and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Iguassu Falls Airport around three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
December is the most popular month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Foz do Iguaçu in March.
When booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Foz do Iguaçu, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from GIG to IGU around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Londrina is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Foz do Iguaçu. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Jardim Botanico de Londrina, Igapó Lake 1 and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, Maringa is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Mesquita de Maringa, Museu Dinamico Interdisciplinar and Parque do Japão.











