Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Paris, where Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Take your pick of nine services every week between these two airports. Air France offers a 10:30 departure between CDG and GIG.
Leave enough time to make your CDG to Rio de Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Start your trip at CDG and travel straight to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets.
Look out for promotions from Air France. This airline has direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from CDG to Rio de Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CDG:
When it comes to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Rio de Janeiro
$945 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is $1,329. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CDG to Rio de Janeiro.
The best month for scoring cheap Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CDG to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CDG to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your CDG to Rio de Janeiro flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
If you'd like a specific kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Book a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CDG to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our selection of hotels including:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.