Flying from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll board your flight from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the two main airports in Los Angeles.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro. The city follows the UTC-3 timezone and is four hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Your flight from Los Angeles to GIG won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to GIG with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LAX and GIG include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
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Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
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About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
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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 central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
₹ 30,323 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 51,872. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to GIG. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Plan your visit to Rio De Janeiro in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to GIG flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
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You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Rio De Janeiro when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Christ the Redeemer followed by Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey about 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've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of Brazil, head for Taubaté, roughly 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro. Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate are among its highlights.