Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio De Janeiro 14 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you catch your MEL to GIG flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a top stopover on the MEL to GIG route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is $1,392. A return ticket is currently $2,148. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to GIG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MEL to GIG.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
From Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEL to GIG sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without dropping by Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.