Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 35 minutes.
Dubai is seven hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from GIG to DXB start from 02:55 — the first with Emirates. The last departure is at 03:00 with Emirates. In total, you can choose from five weekly Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your GIG to DXB flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Emirates offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if time allows.
Emirates is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a reliable 84.62% of services arriving on schedule, Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating GIG to DXB flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between GIG and DXB include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
ر.ق. 1,690 is the lowest price for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 3,456. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from GIG to DXB by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
79.57% of flights taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport land at their destination on time.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GIG? If you've booked an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're getting in on a late Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near DXB:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIG to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.