Tom Jobim/Galeão Airport, which is the official airport of Rock in Rio 2026, expects to receive 643 thousand passengers during the event, which takes place between September 3 and 14. This figure represents a 21% increase compared to the movement recorded in the 2024 edition of the festival.
To meet demand, 62 extra flights are planned during the event period. Among them, there is a flight dedicated to transporting 30 tons of equipment for the band Avenged Sevenfold, one of the festival's attractions.
The article highlights that major events like Rock in Rio bring significant benefits to the Rio de Janeiro economy, reinforcing the importance of the festival for the city. Galeão is presented as the official airport for the mega-event.
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