Flying from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport.
Miami is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from GIG to MIA start from 22:15 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:55 with American Airlines. Overall, there are nine weekly Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your GIG to MIA flight.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
American Airlines has direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Miami — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates GIG to MIA flights. An impressive 90.12% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GIG and MIA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
At the moment, 240 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 435 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from GIG to MIA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GIG to MIA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport.
Handy information about Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
79% of flights leaving from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Rio de Janeiro to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near GIG:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Book a hotel near MIA if you have a late Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Miami International Airport rental car and explore Miami and beyond with your own wheels. A&G Car Rental, MLC and Dollar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Miami International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Miami. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Miami is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Miami International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIG to MIA in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Miami is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres north-west of Miami, a visit to Tampa will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Orlando is another essential stop in the United States and is around 338 kilometres north of Miami. No trip is complete without dropping by Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.

