🛫 Today’s Departures from Rio Galeão Airport (GIG)

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📡 Live Flight Status – Departures from Tom Jobim Airport

Check the real-time status of your flight. This live board shows data provided directly by the airlines. However, we recommend confirming with your airline before heading to the airport.

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❓ Key Recommendations Before Flying

When should I arrive at the airport?
For international flights, it is recommended to arrive at least 3 hours in advance. For domestic flights, 2 hours are usually enough. During peak times, check-in and security lines may be long.
What if my flight is very early?
You may want to stay overnight in one of the hotels inside or near the airport, especially if your flight departs before 7:00 a.m.
Documents required
Check that you have your passport (or valid ID), visa (if applicable), boarding pass (paper or digital), booking code, and travel insurance. Keep them accessible in your carry-on.
Traveling with pets or special needs?
If you need assistance (reduced mobility, traveling alone with children, pregnancy), contact your airline at least 48 hours in advance. Pet owners must provide a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian (CRMV-Brazil).
Baggage limitations
Each airline has different baggage rules. Confirm with your airline the weight limits, dimensions, and prohibited items to avoid surprises at the counter.
Declaring high-value electronics
Brazilian residents traveling abroad with new or expensive electronics (phones, laptops, drones, cameras) should fill out the e-DBV (Electronic Declaration of Goods for Travelers) to avoid import taxes upon return.

💡 Helpful Tips from Real Travelers

✅ Check your gate number more than once. Gate changes are common at GIG and not always announced over loudspeakers.
📱 Download your boarding pass and documents before arriving. Wi-Fi at the airport is free but may be unstable in some areas.
🔊 In noisy zones like cafés or lounges, watch the flight monitors regularly. Some travelers miss announcements.
🧭 If unsure where to go, ask airport staff. The signage is good, but some passengers have gotten confused—especially when changing sectors.
💧 Bring a refillable water bottle. Prices at shops and vending machines can be high, and budget snack options are limited past security.

🏨 Hotels in or Near Galeão Airport

If you’re connecting or flying early in the morning, staying overnight can help reduce stress. Use the interactive map below to explore your options:

📌 Need help?

Check our Frequently Asked Questions or browse the airlines section to find contact details, baggage policies, and boarding tips for your flight.