GIG
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) is an airport serving Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
Local timeBoard status as of 5 min ago: 1 of 80 upcoming departures delayed by 15+ minutes.
82 departures on the board
About GIG Airport
Frequently asked questions
- 04:15JJ3147Sao PauloGate B27Boarding
- 05:00JJ3082FortalezaGate B26On time
- 05:05CM487Panama CityGate C62On time
- 05:15AD2942RecifeGate A22On time
- 05:20AD4208CuritibaGate A19On time
- 05:25JJ3791BrasiliaGate B30On time
- 05:30AD2901Porto AlegreGate A20On time
- 05:35JJ3341Sao PauloGate B28On time
- 05:35G31837BrasiliaGate B34On time
- 05:45AD4450CampinasGate A21On time
- 06:00G31852Porto AlegreGate B38On time
- 06:00AD4505Belo HorizonteGate A18On time
- 06:00G37226Buenos AiresGate C46On time
- 06:05G31840VitoriaGate B32On time
- 06:40JJ4720SalvadorGate A14On time
- 06:50JJ3660VitoriaGate A13On time
- 06:55G31381Sao PauloGate B35On time
- 07:00G31826VitoriaGate B42On time
- 07:10LP2405LimaGate C49On time
- 07:30JJ3473Sao PauloGate B25On time
- 07:40JJ3022CuritibaGate A12On time
- 07:40G32004Porto SeguroGate B26On time
- 07:40G31964NatalGate B43On time
- 07:45AV260BogotaGate C69On time
- 07:50G32068Joao PessoaGate A19On time
- 07:50G32006BelemGate B34On time
- 07:55G31956ManausGate B33On time
- 07:55G32052FortalezaGate B30On time
- 08:00JJ3244BrasiliaGate A22On time
- 08:05WJ3813Buenos AiresGate C50On time
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How do I get to and from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport?
Galeão is on Governador Island, north of central Rio, so most passengers use official taxis, ride-hailing, private transfers, hotel shuttles, or rental cars. Public transport options include city bus and BRT-style connections toward the metro network, but journey times and luggage convenience vary. Allow extra time when travelling from Copacabana, Ipanema, Barra da Tijuca, or downtown during peak traffic.
How do the terminals work at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport?
Passenger operations at Rio Galeão are generally concentrated in Terminal 2, which handles both domestic and international flights, with check-in areas, security, immigration, baggage claim, and airline services in the same main complex. Terminal use can change for operational reasons, so confirm your airline and departure area before travelling. Domestic-to-international connections may require security and passport formalities.
Tips for flying from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport
Arrive early, especially for international departures, holiday periods, Carnival, major events, and evening traffic peaks. Keep your passport and any entry or visa documents ready for airline check-in and border control. Use official transport channels and confirm ride-hailing pickup points in the app. The airport is large, so leave time for check-in queues, security screening, and walking to the gate.