Travelling from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour. On average, that's the duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight.
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Paulo. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro.
With 96 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the most popular route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from GRU to GIG is with LATAM Airlines at 11:50pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to GIG. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) operate out of this terminal.
LATAM Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport departing from GRU.
LATAM Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from GRU to GIG.
Gol is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.42% of its services reaching their destination on time.
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Consider starting your trip from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). You can book a direct Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Gol operates direct flights from Sao Paulo to GIG leaving from CGH. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
On the CGH to GIG route, Gol is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Gol is the most reliable carrier flying between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, with 79.82% of its services arriving as planned.
You can reach CGH from central Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to GIG flight:
73.8% of all departures from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport arrive according to schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Make it to your destination faster from Viracopos Airport (VCP). Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport can be booked from here.
Get ready to jet away with Azul. It offers direct Sao Paulo to GIG plane tickets from VCP.
The most frequently booked airline between VCP and GIG is Azul.
Among carriers on this route, Gol has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Viracopos Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At VCP, that figure is 75.02%.
About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near GIG and hit the pillow fast:
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Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the centre of Rio De Janeiro is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is 27 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 55 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to GIG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Rio De Janeiro. July is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to GIG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel around 225 kilometres north-east to Campos dos Goytacazes to tick off its top sights. From Villa Maria Culture House to Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, Taubaté is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate.
