Rio De Janeiro to Miami (GIG–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GIG–MIA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,174 miles in approximately 8h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: G3 | 7 | 772 | 8h35 | – | Oneworld | G3 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Miami from Rio De Janeiro
| Metric | GIG→MIA | SJK→MIA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GIG | – | 169 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 1 |
| Flight time | 8h 38m | 8h 21m |
Travel Essentials
GIG: -03 · MIA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 5:00 PM in Miami.
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.
Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).
Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.
Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.
GIG–MIA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GIG to MIA
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
GIG to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GIG to MIA is about 8 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,174 miles (6,717 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro, El Dorado and Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include São José Dos Campos (SJK).