Travelling from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) departing from here.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro. The city is in the UTC-3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Medellin.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Medellin to GIG.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to GIG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
To reach MDE from central Medellin, it takes about 35 minutes to drive the 24 kilometres or so.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of the departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is one of the main options between Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and GIG.
EOH is about 6 kilometres from central Medellin. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Medellin to GIG flight? Relax in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near GIG and get cosy, quick:
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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 about 13 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Currently, ₹ 29,663 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 48,909. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Medellin to GIG, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
May is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Medellin to GIG flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Medellin to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Your visit to Rio De Janeiro isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Campos dos Goytacazes is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here 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.
