Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 14 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 7 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro, where Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route, with 5 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from GIG to DXB is with Emirates at 03:00. Choose the first departure with Emirates at 02:55 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from GIG to Dubai, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.
Book your seat with Emirates. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from GIG to Dubai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you hold a passport from Brazil, you will need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
GIG 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 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near GIG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai is R 9,530. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,161. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GIG to Dubai.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 16 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from GIG to Dubai at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Dubai in April when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from GIG to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai, explore our selection of hotels including:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Dubai itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Desert safari tourism.
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