Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 10 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio De Janeiro four hours behind Frankfurt.
You can choose from eight weekly Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flights. The 10:00 departure with Condor is the earliest flight you can take. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 22:15.
Your FRA to GIG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Rio De Janeiro (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a snap with Condor. This popular airline has direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Condor.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for FRA to GIG flights is Lufthansa.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between FRA and GIG include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is $727. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,059. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from FRA to GIG by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from FRA to GIG.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near FRA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Book a hotel near GIG if you're taking a late Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to central Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Rio De Janeiro. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FRA to GIG around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.