Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is 9 hours 45 minutes.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon three hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. The 13:10 departure with TAP Portugal is the earliest flight available. TAP Portugal operates the last service of the day at 22:15.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your GIG to LIS flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is easy with TAP Portugal. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is TAP Portugal.
With an impressive 88.89% of services arriving as scheduled, TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier for GIG to LIS flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between GIG and LIS include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
315 € is currently the best price for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. A return flight starts from 581 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from GIG to LIS, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport from central Rio De Janeiro, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near GIG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Explore without limits with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Lisbon and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to central Lisbon has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Lisbon in January.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GIG to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Portugal, head for Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are among its highlights.