Rio De Janeiro to Atlanta (GIG–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GIG–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 4,748 miles in approximately 9h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 4 | 764 | 9h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
GIG: -03 · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 5:00 PM in Atlanta.
Brazilian passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. Brazil is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not available. The B1/B2 visa is typically issued with 10-year validity and allows stays of up to 180 days per visit. Interviews at a U.S. consulate in Brazil are required as part of the application.
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Transcarioca line runs from Alvorada terminal (Barra da Tijuca) through the city to GIG in about 55 minutes (R$4.05). The metro does not reach GIG directly, but combined metro + BRT journeys are possible.Taxis from Ipanema or Copacabana cost R$70–100 (40–60 min). Uber and 99 (dominant in Brazil) run R$50–80. The Real Auto Ônibus airport bus connects Rodoviária Novo Rio and the city for R$16. Allow 90+ minutes from the South Zone during rush hour; the highway through Ilha do Governador can back up severely.
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
GIG–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GIG to ATL
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GIG to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GIG to ATL ranges from 9 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,748 miles (7,641 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via MAO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.