Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary's timezone is UTC-6, making Calgary three hours behind Rio De Janeiro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your GIG to YYC flight.
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 will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GIG and YYC:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Currently, R 7,092 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,738. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from GIG to YYC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, data shows 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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near GIG:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Calgary International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Calgary. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Calgary. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you want to explore Calgary during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GIG to YYC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
