Flying from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Rio De Janeiro is four hours ahead of San Diego. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from San Diego to GIG won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Diego to GIG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
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71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
You can get to CLD from the centre of San Diego in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
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About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
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Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is ر.ق. 1,487. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 3,054. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to GIG. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
May is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a San Diego to GIG flight ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Your visit to Rio De Janeiro wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey around 225 kilometres north-east to Campos dos Goytacazes to tick off its leading sights. From Villa Maria Culture House to Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu, your itinerary will be busy.
Taubaté is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without visiting Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate.
