Travelling from Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
Foz do Iguaçu and Rio de Janeiro follow the same timezone, UTC-3.
Take your pick of 40 weekly Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights. The 04:15 departure with Gol is the earliest you can take. Gol operates the last service of the day at 19:50.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IGU to GIG flight.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Rio de Janeiro (and then seeing more of Brazil!) is a cinch with GOL Linhas Aéreas. This popular airline has direct flights from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is GOL Linhas Aéreas.
GOL Linhas Aéreas tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for IGU to GIG flights, with 85.67% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Many passengers pass through Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
At the moment, 71 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 128 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from IGU to GIG by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
Iguassu Falls Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from IGU land on schedule 80% of the time.
Iguassu Falls Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Foz do Iguaçu. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near IGU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Travel at your own pace with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Iguassu Falls Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from IGU to GIG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are among the biggest draws.













