Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is two hours ahead of Minneapolis and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your MSP to GIG flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MSP and GIG:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,416 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,701. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSP to GIG, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights that leave from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MSP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Stay at 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 your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the centre of Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Rio De Janeiro in May.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MSP 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 discovered after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.
