Rio De Janeiro to London (GIG–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GIG–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Finnair and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 5,750 miles in approximately 11h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 7 | 777 | 11h25 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways Also: IB | 7 | 777 | 11h25 | – | Oneworld | IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
GIG: -03 · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:00 PM in London.
Brazilian passport holders visit the UK visa-free for up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained online before travel. The ETA costs GBP 10, is valid for 2 years with multiple entries, and is linked to the passport digitally. Airlines check ETA status at boarding and will deny check-in without one.
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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
GIG–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GIG to LHR
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair and British Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
GIG to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GIG to LHR is about 11 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,750 miles (9,253 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.