Rio De Janeiro to Buenos Aires flights
Direct and connecting flights from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Rio De Janeiro to Buenos Aires take?
Flight time from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Buenos Aires (EZE) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Rio De Janeiro to Buenos Aires?
Airline availability for GIG to EZE changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Buenos Aires?
Direct (nonstop) availability on GIG to EZE varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- TAM Brazilian Airlines5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Gol Transportes Aéreos5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Emirates5-yr attributed events: 6Last 90 days: none recorded
- JES5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Aerolineas Argentinas5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| TAM Brazilian Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Gol Transportes Aéreos | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Emirates | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| JES | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Aerolineas Argentinas | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning GIG → EZE
GIG to EZE is a medium-haul route of 1,996 km (1,240 mi). See the return EZE → GIG route.
Alternative airports near Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro (SDU) — 14 km, Nova Iguacu (QNV) — 23 km, Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) — 50 km.
Alternative airports near Buenos Aires: El Palomar (EPA) — 25 km, Buenos Aires (AEP) — 31 km, San Fernando (FDO) — 41 km.