Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is located in Rio de Janeiro.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Fort Lauderdale to GIG. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak months like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to GIG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
75% of flights taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near GIG and turn out the lights sooner:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is $409. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $916. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to GIG. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
January is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Plan your visit to Rio de Janeiro in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Fort Lauderdale to GIG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Rio de Janeiro should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer, Christ the Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey around 225 kilometres northeast to Campos dos Goytacazes to tick off its popular sights. From Campos History Museum to Barbosa Guerra Museum and Campos dos Goytacazes Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Brazil, head for Taubaté, about 241 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro. Antiga estação de Trem de Taubaté- EFCB, Cachoeira dos Macacos and Convento Santa Clara are among the biggest draws.
