Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
A direct flight from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport takes an average of 8 hours 25 minutes. The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, making it 1 hour ahead of Miami.
Each week, there are 11 flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, pick the 19:45 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from MIA to GIG is 23:55 with American Airlines.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
American Airlines runs direct flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Rio De Janeiro — plus maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MIA and GIG are:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from MIA to GIG, check whether you need a visa to enter Brazil. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is ر.ق. 830. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,939. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from MIA to GIG, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
Miami International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Miami. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your travels? Stay near MIA. Whether you have an early flight from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Miami 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 to the centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Rio De Janeiro in May.
Lock in your flight from Miami International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you want to go to Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22 ºC and 33 ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17 ºC and 27 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MIA to GIG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from MIA to GIG, check out our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should be on any well-planned 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 offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Rio De Janeiro holiday.
