Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro is four hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
With five weekly departures between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is the most popular route. Hop on Lufthansa's 22:10 flight to get your trip from FRA to GIG underway.
For a relaxed start to your FRA to Rio de Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket. Begin your journey at FRA and touch down at Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
Lufthansa is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from FRA to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to FRA:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Rio de Janeiro
$754 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,096. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from FRA to Rio de Janeiro.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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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 the centre of Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from FRA to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your FRA to Rio de Janeiro flight, kick back at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection 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 get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your FRA to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
If you'd like a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the most popular month for a trip to Rio de Janeiro. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
When booking your Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Rio de Janeiro
After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Rio de Janeiro, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are must-visits when exploring Rio de Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.







