Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Around 11 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). You can choose from four weekly services between these two airports. Lufthansa offers a 22:10 departure between FRA and GIG.
Give yourself enough time to get on your FRA to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your trip at FRA and fly nonstop to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro tickets.
Lufthansa is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from FRA to Rio De Janeiro. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near FRA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is $770. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,136. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from FRA to Rio De Janeiro, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure date.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from FRA to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your FRA to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these options after your FRA to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and focus on the journey ahead, not on how to get there. Whether you're after a mini or an SUV, Localiza will help you find your perfect set of wheels.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro is smart. Along with better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are major attractions which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.