Flying from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio De Janeiro four hours ahead of Las Vegas.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LAS to GIG flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAS and GIG include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is P16,337. A round-trip plane ticket is currently P35,537. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LAS to GIG, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
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Handy information about Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
82.07% of flights leaving Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of LAS.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is around 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LAS:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're arriving on a late Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near GIG:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Rio De Janeiro. If you 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 Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAS to GIG in July. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.