Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio De Janeiro five hours behind Athens.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to GIG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and GIG:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
R 7,126 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 10,780. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from ATH to GIG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport reach their destination on time.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Reserve a hotel close to GIG if you're catching a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead.
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 has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Rio De Janeiro in May.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to GIG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.