Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Approximately 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours behind Paris, where Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
With 20 weekly flights between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the busiest route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 10:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from CDG to GIG is with Air France at 13:15.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from CDG to Rio De Janeiro.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Rio De Janeiro are available for booking. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll step off the plane.
Get on board with Air France. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from CDG to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 44 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near CDG? If you've booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro is $835. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,175. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CDG to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro is April. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near GIG if you're taking a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 3 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 16 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from CDG to Rio De Janeiro:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before you book a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from CDG to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rio De Janeiro, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-do's during your Rio De Janeiro adventure.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
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