Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Barcelona and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BCN to GIG flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BCN and GIG:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
$429 is the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $705. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BCN to GIG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BCN to GIG.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BCN:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Consider booking a hotel near GIG if you're catching a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around 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 approximately 18 kilometers from the center of Rio De Janeiro. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to GIG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without experiencing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.