Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro and Foz do Iguaçu are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from GIG to IGU start at 07:10 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 22:55 with Gol. Overall, you can choose from 23 weekly Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport flights.
Your GIG to IGU flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Gol offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Foz do Iguaçu — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Gol.
Gol is the most punctual carrier offering GIG to IGU flights. A dependable 88.12% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport. Many passengers pass through Arturo Merino Benitez Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight is R 943. A return ticket right now is R 1,742. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book nine months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from GIG to IGU.
The cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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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 complete their journey on time.
To reach Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport from central Rio De Janeiro, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near GIG? If you're boarding an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IGU instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cataratas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Foz do Iguaçu and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cataratas International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to central Foz do Iguaçu
From Cataratas International Airport, Foz do Iguaçu is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Foz do Iguaçu. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Cataratas International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Foz do Iguaçu, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GIG to IGU in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Foz do Iguaçu, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel about 418 kilometres north-east to Londrina to tick off its must-visit sights. From Igapo Lake to Jardim Botanico de Londrina and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, Maringa is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral Basilica Menor Nossa Senhora da Gloria, Parque Alfredo Nyffler and Inga Park.
