Flying from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
Organizing your flight from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) begins with finding the right airport to kick off your journey from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are your options in Milan.
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Milan. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Milan to GIG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Traveling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Milan to GIG that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between MXP and GIG include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MXP is about 48 kilometers from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Orio al Serio International Airport and GIG:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can arrive at BGY from central Milan in approximately 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Milan to GIG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.49%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) with one or more stops out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LIN and GIG:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Milano Linate Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of LIN is 79.56%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GIG:
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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 around 13 kilometers. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
$425 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Return flights start at $759. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Milan to GIG if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to go to Rio De Janeiro. July is when most people book flights from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Milan to GIG plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in July when temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Milan to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 225 kilometers north-east of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Campos dos Goytacazes will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Villa Maria Culture House, Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu.
Taubaté is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometers west of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without dropping by Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate.