Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Fort Lauderdale is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
For a relaxed start to your GIG to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from GIG to Fort Lauderdale, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
GIG is around 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to GIG? If you're catching an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is $381. The cheapest price for a return flight is $829. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from GIG to Fort Lauderdale, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Grab a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and discover Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from GIG to Fort Lauderdale.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Travel to Fort Lauderdale in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from GIG to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Fort Lauderdale right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Fort Lauderdale itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Tampa is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without a visit to Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.