Montreal to Rio De Janeiro flights
Direct and connecting flights from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Montreal to Rio De Janeiro take?
Flight time from Montreal (YUL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) 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 Montreal to Rio De Janeiro?
Airline availability for YUL to GIG 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 Montreal to Rio De Janeiro?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YUL to GIG 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 involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Air Transat94
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Air Transat | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning YUL → GIG
YUL to GIG is a long-haul route of 8,195 km (5,092 mi). See the return GIG → YUL route.
Alternative airports near Montreal: Montreal (YHU) — 26 km, Montreal (YMX) — 33 km, St. Jean (YJN) — 41 km.
Alternative airports near Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro (SDU) — 14 km, Nova Iguacu (QNV) — 23 km, Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) — 50 km.