Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is three hours behind Birmingham and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your BHX to GIG flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BHX and GIG:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
₹ 70,627 is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 95,106. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHX to GIG if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights departing from Birmingham International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BHX:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Hit the road running 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.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to GIG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
