Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Maceio's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro.
Each week, there are 23 Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, go for the 07:20 Azul flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:30 with Gol.
Your GIG to MCZ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azul offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Maceio — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.
Azul is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a reliable 87.12% of services arriving as scheduled, Gol has the best on-time record for GIG to MCZ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
Currently, 99 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 209 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GIG to MCZ.
The cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to GIG:
Arriving at Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
Consider booking a hotel near MCZ if you're on a late Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport rental car and explore Maceio and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to central Maceio
From Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport, Maceio is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Maceio in April.
The warmest month in Maceio is March, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from GIG to MCZ in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Salvador is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Maceio. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Pelourinho, Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Recife, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Maceio. Cordeiro Rural Exposition Park, Museu a Céu Aberto and Arruado Engenho Velho da Várzea are key highlights.