Flying from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Guayaquil.
To ensure you get on your GYE to GIG flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GYE and GIG:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Rs75,836 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs153,596. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from GYE to GIG, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
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Handy information about Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
90% of flights leaving Guayaquil Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from GYE.
Guayaquil Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Guayaquil. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near GYE:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
If you're landing on a late Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near GIG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio de Janeiro's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
From Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, Rio de Janeiro is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Guayaquil Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from GYE to GIG in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
