Flying from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Hamburg has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
Touch down at Rio De Janeiro's major arrival point, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Hamburg.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro
To pick up cheap Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
We make it a cinch to find a Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Hamburg Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kms (6 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Hamburg Airport's on-time performance, 75.01% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving 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 13 kms (8 miles). It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Travel at your own pace with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kms (1.00 mile) from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will help you stay within budget.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is roughly 23 kms (14 miles) from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and get on your way sooner. Whether you're searching for a compact or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find the right set of wheels.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ a few weeks in advance of your flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
May is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Rio De Janeiro, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel about 220 miles west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, your itinerary will be busy.
Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 210 miles north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.