Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Milan and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Your MXP to GIG flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between MXP and GIG include:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
ج.م. 16,627 is the best price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 32,628. These prices can change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MXP to GIG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MXP to GIG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of the flights that depart from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MXP? If you're boarding an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're landing on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near GIG:
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 explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
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 get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to GIG in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Belo Horizonte is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
