Travelling from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Luxembourg, where Luxembourg Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your LUX to Rio de Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LUX to Rio de Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Luxembourg, LUX can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near LUX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Luxembourg Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Rio de Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is $1,048. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,442. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LUX to Rio de Janeiro if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Think about booking a hotel near GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LUX to Rio de Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
Following your LUX to Rio de Janeiro flight, unwind at a hotel near SDU. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near RRJ. Check in to one of these stays after your LUX to Rio de Janeiro flight:
If you're hoping for a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the quietest month for flights from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Book your Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LUX to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you want to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are highlights.
