Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and GIG are:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is 284 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 446 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ORD to GIG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from ORD to GIG. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll update you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ORD? If you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the busiest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Rio De Janeiro in May.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to GIG in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC then.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flights from ORD to GIG, you'll want to find a hotel in Rio De Janeiro. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top attractions which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Rio De Janeiro holiday.