International Departures
Plaza Premium Lounge (South Pier)
The bookable international lounge for any airline, with hot food and showers, open 16:00 to 23:00.
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5 Bookable Rio de Janeiro Galeão Airport Lounges (GIG): 2026 Guide
Rio de Janeiro's Galeão Airport sells passes for five lounges, all in Terminal 2. Three are run by Plaza Premium: one for international departures, one for domestic departures and a 24-hour landside lounge near arrivals. The other two are GOL Premium Lounges, but their passes only work if you're flying GOL.
Quick answer
Which GIG lounge should you choose?
Choose by where you're flying and when. International passengers have Plaza Premium on the South Pier in the evening, or GOL's lounge if flying GOL. Domestic passengers can use Plaza Premium around the clock. Each option below can be booked online; use the full GIG list to check for changes.
International (GOL only)
GOL Premium Lounge
Open from 05:00 with a 4-hour pass, but only for passengers flying GOL.
Domestic Departures
Plaza Premium Lounge
Open 24 hours, with a hot and cold buffet, beer and showers.
Landside (Arrivals)
Plaza Premium Lounge
Open 24 hours before security, with showers and rest suites, for arrivals or early starts.
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The List: Bookable Rio de Janeiro Galeão Airport Lounges
These are the GIG lounges that sell passes online.
International Departures (South Pier)
Both international lounges are after security on the South Pier, past the duty-free shops.
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Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures, South Pier)
Day pass available
After security, walk to the South Pier and take the escalators straight after the duty-free shops up to Level 3. Open 16:00 to 23:00 daily. A 14,000 sq ft lounge with hot and cold food, vegetarian options, beer, showers (subject to availability), workstations and Wi-Fi. About $43 for a 3-hour pass.
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GOL Premium Lounge (International Departures)
Day pass available
On the South Pier: after security, go through the duty-free shop and take the lift or stairs to the 3rd floor. Open 05:00 to 23:00 daily, with a buffet, cold food, beer and wine, and showers (subject to availability). About $38 for a 4-hour pass. Only passengers flying GOL can use it, and children aged 2 to 11 get a discount at the front desk.
Tip:Morning international departures at GIG.The Plaza Premium international lounge doesn't open until 16:00. Before that, the only bookable international lounge is GOL's, and it's for GOL passengers only. On another airline, the 24-hour landside Plaza Premium lounge near arrivals works before you clear security.
Domestic Departures
Both domestic lounges are after security.
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Plaza Premium Lounge (Domestic Departures)
Day pass available
After the boarding-pass check and security, take the escalators straight after the duty-free shops up to Level 1; the lounge is on the passageway towards the gates. Open 24 hours daily. More than 220 seats, a hot and cold buffet, vegetarian options, beer, soft drinks, showers (ask staff to reserve a slot) and Wi-Fi. About $36 for a 3-hour pass.
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GOL Premium Lounge (Domestic Departures)
Day pass available
On the 2nd floor, opposite Gates B36 and B37. Open 06:00 to midnight daily, with cold food, beer and wine, and showers (subject to availability). About $35 for a 4-hour pass. Only passengers flying GOL can use it.
Landside (Before Security)
Open to anyone, arriving or departing, without going through security.
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Plaza Premium Lounge (Arrivals, Landside)
Day pass available
Before security in Terminal 2: go past the arrivals hall towards the car park building. Open 24 hours daily. Hot and cold food, beer and wine, showers (ask staff to reserve a slot), private relaxation suites and Wi-Fi. About $35 for a 3-hour pass. A good option after a long-haul arrival or before a very early flight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay for lounge access at Rio Galeão Airport?
Yes, at five lounges in Terminal 2. Three Plaza Premium lounges cost about $35 to $43 for 3 hours, and two GOL Premium Lounges cost about $35 to $38 for 4 hours, but the GOL passes only work if you're flying GOL.
Is there a 24-hour lounge at GIG?
Yes, two. The Plaza Premium Lounge for domestic departures and the landside Plaza Premium Lounge near arrivals are both open 24 hours daily.
Which lounge can I use for an international flight from GIG?
The Plaza Premium Lounge on the South Pier, open 16:00 to 23:00, accepts passengers on any airline. GOL's international lounge opens at 05:00 but is only for GOL passengers.
Do GIG lounges have showers?
Yes. All five bookable lounges list showers, subject to availability. At the Plaza Premium lounges, ask staff on arrival to reserve a slot.
Is there a lounge for arriving passengers at Galeão?
Yes. The landside Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 2, past the arrivals hall towards the car park building, is open 24 hours with showers and private relaxation suites.
Bookable lounge passes
GIG Airport Lounge Access