Flying from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro. Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the main airports in Dusseldorf.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the primary arrival point in Rio De Janeiro.
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Dusseldorf and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Dusseldorf 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.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
We make it simple to find a Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Dusseldorf International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights complete their journey on time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is around 64 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Weeze Airport the day before your flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro:
Weeze Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 81% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the journey to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be off and running.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Hop off your flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro and go directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
Ready to take the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without stressing about how to get to your next destination.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro is always smart. In addition to better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
May is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are leading attractions which should feature 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 discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Belo Horizonte is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without dropping by Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
