Brazil’s Leading Airline Launches Its First Long-Haul International Route, Connecting U.S. Travelers Through One of Latin America’s Largest Domestic Networks RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GOL Linhas Aéreas, one of Latin America’s leading airlines and Brazil’s largest domestic carrier, launched new nonstop service between Rio de Janeiro (GIG) and New York (JFK), marking the airline’s first long-haul international route. The service began with inaugural flights on July 8 (GIG–JFK) and July 9 (JFK–GIG), accompanied by ribbon-cutting ceremonies at both airports. Operating three times weekly aboard the Airbus A330, the new service connects U.S. travelers to Brazil […]