Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is 14 hours behind Melbourne. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is located in Rio de Janeiro, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to GIG, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to GIG even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to GIG flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them landing as expected.
About Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GIG:
Pick up a Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport rental car and discover Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport flight.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is Rs189,240. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs438,108. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to GIG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to GIG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Christ the Redeemer are a couple of major attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 225 kilometres northeast to Campos dos Goytacazes to check off its leading sights. From Praça da República to Villa Maria Culture House and Lapa Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Taubaté is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without seeing Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate.
