Rio de Janeiro Galeão (GIG) airport transfers
Rio de Janeiro Galeão airport (GIG) serves Rio de Janeiro. For each destination below you will find how to get from the airport to your hotel, how long it takes and what it typically costs. Want certainty without queuing for a taxi? Book a private transfer at a fixed price.
GIG → Rio de Janeiro
Distance from the airport: about 35 km.
| Transport | Journey time | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Uber to Copacabana | 40–90 min | around 80 R$ |
| Prepaid taxi from the terminal counter | 40–90 min | around 130 R$ |
| Bus to the southern neighborhoods | 1–1.5 h | around 20 R$ |
Prices are indicative and may vary by season.
Airport, destination and dates are pre-filled — just add your arrival time and hotel.
How a private transfer works
- Your driver waits in the arrivals hall and tracks your flight, so delays are not a problem.
- The price is fixed and paid online in advance, with no extras on the spot.
- You travel door to door to your hotel, without changes or queuing for a taxi.
- Cancellation terms are shown on every offer before you pay.