Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Zurich.
Leave plenty of time to make your ZRH to GIG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
₹ 48,945 is the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 81,978. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from ZRH to GIG, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights leaving from Zurich Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ZRH. Whether you have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you have a late Zurich Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Get your adventure underway 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 vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the centre of Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Rio De Janeiro in May.
When reserving your flight from Zurich Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to GIG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without seeing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.