Travelling from Belem Airport (BEL) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
Belem and Rio de Janeiro are in the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 11 Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights.
Your BEL to GIG flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
GOL Linhas Aéreas has direct flights from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Rio de Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with GOL Linhas Aéreas on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating BEL to GIG flights is GOL Linhas Aéreas. Its services land without delay 76.52% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belem Airport (BEL) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight is $180. A return plane ticket right now is $355. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book two months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BEL to GIG.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Belem Airport (BEL)
Belem Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from BEL land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To reach Belem Airport from central Belem, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BEL? If you've booked an early flight from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Grab a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car and explore Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to the centre of Rio de Janeiro has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
December is the busiest month for flights from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Rio de Janeiro in March.
Lock in your flight from Belem Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport for February if you want to go to Rio de Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BEL to GIG in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.