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Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport – GIG Rio de Janeiro

Known originally as Galeao International Airport, Galeao – Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport mainly serves Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Considered to be the second-busiest international airport within the county, its name came from Galleon Beach (Praia do Galeao) that is conveniently near the Brazillian Air Force’s present passenger terminal. It is also famous for being the largest airport in terms of area within Brazil.


Best Time to Visit

The facilities of GIG-Galeao-Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport are shared with the Brazillian Air Force’s airbase. Consists of 2 terminals, it is visited by more than 15 million travellers as of the year 2018. It first started as a naval aviation school 10th of May, year 1923 near the Galeao Beach. The ministry of Brazillian Air Force was created and the school was then transformed into the Galeao Air Force Base, later on sharing its function with the Brazilian Air Force’s Air Base. With nearby cities like Paqueta Island and Joa nearby, it has accommodated 85,000 passengers during that day--the closure of the Games of XXXI Olympiad which was held in 2016, 22nd of August. This holds the record of being the highest for a single business day in Rio de Janeiro.


What to Do & Area Attractions

After a long tiring fight, tourists can book their accommodations at the Hotel Golden Park Aeroporto Rio De Janeiro or the Aeroporto Othon, both of the hotels are conveniently close to the airport.

 

The SDU-Santos Dumont Airport is about 1.24 miles from this, and is most of the time the alternate airport for travelers visiting the festive city.


On this page it is easy to search for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels, resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.) airport area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the GIG airport. Most of these GIG hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Rio de Janeiro, Brazil motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of. Some of the main attractions in the area around the GIG airport are Museum of Image and Sound, Bank of Brazil Cultural Center, and Museu Internacional de Arte Naif.


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Weather Forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)

If you planning to travel to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay. Start your day when the sunrises at 9:07 AM. The temperature feels like 79.65 with a humidity level of 80 so dress accordingly. Cloud coverage is 52 percent with visibility at 14.7 percent. Today’s UV index is 8, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it! Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 7 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 8:27 PM.


Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today 4/26
Broken clouds

Friday 4/26 Weather forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), Broken clouds
77°F
High: 82°F
Low: 71°F
Precipitation: 20%
Saturday 4/27
Few clouds

Saturday 4/27 Weather forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), Few clouds
79°F
High: 88°F
Low: 72°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday 4/28
Few clouds

Sunday 4/28 Weather forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), Few clouds
81°F
High: 91°F
Low: 75°F
Precipitation: 20%
Monday 4/29
Scattered clouds

Monday 4/29 Weather forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), Scattered clouds
80°F
High: 85°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday 4/30
Scattered clouds

Tuesday 4/30 Weather forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), Scattered clouds
80°F
High: 88°F
Low: 72°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday 5/1
Few clouds

Wednesday 5/1 Weather forecast for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), Few clouds
81°F
High: 91°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 0%

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What are the most common amenities for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil GIG airport hotels?

Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free GIG airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning, late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast and Complimentary Breakfast.


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