Flying from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Caracas and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CCS to GIG flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CCS and GIG include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is 359 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 588 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CCS to GIG if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from CCS to GIG is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
When it comes to Simon Bolivar International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.05% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Caracas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near CCS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Book a hotel close to GIG if you're taking a late Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
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 time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CCS to GIG sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.