Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Miami.
Take your pick of 11 weekly Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flights. The 19:45 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:00.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MIA to GIG flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines has direct flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Rio De Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates MIA to GIG flights is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 67.02% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MIA and GIG:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is Rs65,265. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs138,235. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MIA to GIG.
The cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
76.14% of flights that take off from Miami International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Miami International Airport from central Miami, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MIA:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Consider booking a hotel near GIG if you're taking a late Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the centre of Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Rio De Janeiro in May.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MIA to GIG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Belo Horizonte is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without dropping by Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
