First direct flights to Europe for Brazilian airline GOL

GOL Linhas Aéreas announced on Friday that it will begin new non-stop flights between Rio de Janeiro's RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), France, and Lisbon Airport (LIS), Portugal. This is the first time the company has operated direct flights to Europe since its foundation in 2001.

Flights to Lisbon and France will be conducted by an AirbusA330, a twin-aisle aircraft accommodating nearly 300 passengers. This expansion connects GOL to two of Europe's most important gateways, allowing Brazilian customers and global passengers to cross the Atlantic with the airline. Lisbon flights are set to operate four times a week on a round-trip basis, starting Sept. 16. Flight details to Paris will be announced soon.

Passengers on the flights between Rio and Europe can experience GOL's newest Business INSIGNIA class, offering a premium travel experience. INSIGNIA amenities include fully flat beds, premium amenity kits and access to exclusive lounges across selected airports.

GOL also offers connections throughout Brazil and South America through Rio de Janeiro. As one of the company's main hubs in the country, the RIOgaleão International Airport connects passengers to more than 30 destinations, five of them being international routes across Latin America. These connections play an essential role in supporting tourism and business opportunities across the country.