Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Indianapolis and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your IND to GIG flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IND and GIG:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
At the moment, £293 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £604. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IND to GIG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IND to GIG.
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Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The address for IND is 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Indianapolis International Airport, 79.86% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Indianapolis International Airport from central Indianapolis, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IND? If you're boarding an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you have a late Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Travel at your own speed with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to central Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Rio De Janeiro. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IND to GIG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey about 220 miles west to Sao Paulo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 210 miles north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without experiencing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
