Traveling from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome and you'll be traveling for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro, where Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is located.
With six weekly departures between the two airports, Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route. Catch ITA Airways's 14:25 flight to get your trip from GIG to FCO underway.
To avoid rushing for your GIG to Rome flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome tickets are available for booking. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll disembark.
Get on board with ITA Airways. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from GIG to Rome with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
GIG is around 13 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to GIG? If you've booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from GIG reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Rome
$384 is currently the best price for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome flight. Return plane tickets start from $835. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book five months before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GIG to Rome.
October is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometers from the center of Rome. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from GIG to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is roughly 14 kilometers from central Rome. After your flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Traveling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
After stepping off your GIG to Rome flight, rest your head at a hotel near CIA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at CIA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month for a trip to Rome. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Book a Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GIG to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rome right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport to Rome:
St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums are a couple of big attractions to put on your Rome travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Peter's Square.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometers northwest to Milan to check off its leading attractions. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 193 kilometers southeast of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.






