Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) taking off from here.
Hop on a direct Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 10 minutes.
Paris is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with 9 direct services every week. You can travel from GIG to CDG on Air France's 7pm flight.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Rio de Janeiro to CDG. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).
When taking off from GIG, you can catch a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport with Air France.
The most frequently booked airline between GIG and CDG is Air France.
With 78.16% of services landing on schedule, Air France is the most punctual carrier on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CDG that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GIG and CDG include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart GIG reach their destination without delay.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can reach SDU from the centre of Rio de Janeiro in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to CDG flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
About Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
To get the best deal, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, central Paris is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
$562 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. A return flight starts at $1,299. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CDG by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Plan your visit to Paris in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Rio de Janeiro to CDG plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are a couple of big attractions to put on your Paris itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Seine River.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel about 177 kilometres north to Lille to tick off its leading sights. From Palais des Beaux Arts to Grand'Place and Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral at Lille, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Reims is another standout destination in France and is around 113 kilometres east of Paris. No trip is complete without visiting Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Krug.





