Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Detroit and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DTW to GIG flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between DTW and GIG:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
At the moment, 272 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 614 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DTW to GIG if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
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Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
75.1% of flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport make it to their destination on time.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near DTW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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)
If you're landing on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Travel at your own speed with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Rio De Janeiro in May.
Lock in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DTW to GIG in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
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.