Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your GIG to FLL flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between GIG and FLL:
El Dorado International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight is $265. A round-trip fare right now is $566. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from GIG to FLL, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GIG to FLL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Of all flights leaving Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Rio De Janeiro to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near GIG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from the center of Fort Lauderdale. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Fort Lauderdale in May.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GIG to FLL in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 499 kilometers north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Miami, about 40 kilometers south of Fort Lauderdale. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key reasons to visit.