Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is five hours behind Bucharest and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your OTP to GIG flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between OTP and GIG include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
$983 is currently the best price for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,343. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from OTP to GIG, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OTP to GIG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to OTP:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance.
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 driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International 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 the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from OTP to GIG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without experiencing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.