Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Paris is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from GIG to CDG start from 20:40 — the earliest with Air France. The latest departure is at 21:55 with Air France. In total, you can take your pick of ten weekly Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GIG to CDG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Air France is your ticket to exploring Paris (and maybe even some other exciting corners of France!). Browse the direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air France on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers GIG to CDG flights is Air France. Its services land as scheduled 74.03% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between GIG and CDG:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is R 7,260. A return plane ticket right now is R 12,430. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GIG to CDG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GIG to CDG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to GIG? If you've booked an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider booking a hotel near CDG if you're on a late Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paris and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
From Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the busiest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Paris in January.
Lock in your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport for August if you'd like to go to Paris during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GIG to CDG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its leading attractions. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in France, head for Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key reasons to visit.