Travelling from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) heading out from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Brussels. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Brussels to GIG.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to GIG departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
BRU is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
71.97% of flights that depart Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is one of the main options between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and GIG.
You can arrive at CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to GIG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 71.71%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near GIG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 13 kilometres from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Currently, $602 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $990. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to GIG, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). July is the peak month for travel to Rio De Janeiro. If crowds aren't your thing, go in May.
Book a Brussels to GIG plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are must-visits when exploring Rio De Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Campos dos Goytacazes is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Villa Maria Culture House, Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu.
Around 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, Taubaté is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate.
