Flying from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Porto Alegre and Rio De Janeiro are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
You can choose from 95 weekly Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your POA to GIG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Rio De Janeiro (and then other corners of Brazil) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Azul is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
LATAM Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for POA to GIG flights, with 87.18% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stop between POA and GIG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
At the moment, 34 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 63 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from POA to GIG.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
76.68% of flights taking off from Salgado Filho International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Salgado Filho International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to POA:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to central Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you want to visit Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from POA to GIG in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.