Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours.
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3, which is three hours behind Lisbon.
Take your pick of 11 weekly Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights. The 11:20 departure with TAP Air Portugal is the earliest flight you can take. TAP Air Portugal operates the last service of the day at 23:30.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LIS to GIG flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
TAP Air Portugal offers direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Rio de Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with TAP Air Portugal on this route.
Among carriers operating LIS to GIG flights, TAP Air Portugal has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LIS and GIG:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight is £292. A round-trip ticket is currently £562. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LIS to GIG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LIS to GIG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Of all flights leaving Lisbon Airport, 56% land on time at their destination.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kms (5 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LIS:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
If you're coming in on a late Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to central Rio de Janeiro has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kms (12 miles) away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Lisbon Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LIS to GIG around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel about 354 kms (220 miles) west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kms (210 miles) north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.







