Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport (MIA) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 48 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport.
Miami International Airport is located in Miami. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
With 22 direct flights a week between the two airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Miami International Airport (MIA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 22:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from GIG to MIA is with American Airlines at 23:55.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MIA. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport (MIA) depart from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport with American Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from GIG.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Rio De Janeiro to MIA departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MIA instead:
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport to central Miami is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 22 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport is R 4,477. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,549. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to MIA.
To score the best price on your tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Miami. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Rio De Janeiro to MIA, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Miami, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 25ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport.
More about Miami
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Miami right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Miami International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are essential stops on your Miami itinerary.
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