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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $810. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.$802 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 9, returning Mon, Nov 30.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Nov 9, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, Nov 30, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$809 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 8, returning Fri, Oct 2.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, Oct 2, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $809, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$809 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 30, returning Sun, Sep 27.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, Aug 30, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, Sep 27, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $809, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$810 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 3, returning Sat, Sep 26.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Sep 3, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, Sep 26, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $810, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$816 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 1, returning Tue, Apr 13.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Apr 1, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Apr 13, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$816 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 29, returning Wed, Apr 7.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Mar 29, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, Apr 7, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$816 per passenger.Departing Wed, Mar 10, returning Wed, Mar 24.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Mar 10, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, Mar 24, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$823 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 27, returning Thu, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, Nov 5, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $823, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$823 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 20, returning Tue, Oct 6.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Aug 20, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Oct 6, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $823, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$824 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 22, returning Wed, Dec 9.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, Nov 22, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, Dec 9, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $824, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$827 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 27, returning Sun, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $827, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$830 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 31, returning Thu, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, May 31, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, Jun 10, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $830, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$831 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 7, returning Tue, Jun 22.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Jun 7, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Jun 22, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $831, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$832 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 26, returning Sun, Mar 28.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, Feb 26, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, Mar 28, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $832, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$836 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 22, returning Mon, Nov 30.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Sep 22, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, Nov 30, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $836, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$837 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 12, returning Thu, Feb 4.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Jan 12, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, Feb 4, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $837, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro

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Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$802
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	11 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	49

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Rio de Janeiro?

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.

How much are round-trip flights from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro is $802. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

11 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro.

Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

Air China, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro.

How many flights are there a week from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

There are 49 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro, as of August 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro is usually November.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro?

If you're flying from Frankfurt, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the center of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights to this airport from $802.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro on Monday, November 9, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 53 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Rio de Janeiro?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Rio de Janeiro?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is Air France, and the cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is Lufthansa.

Traveling from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro.
Disembark at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG), the chief entry point to Rio de Janeiro.
Around 11 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio de Janeiro four hours behind Frankfurt.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro is from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG). Choose from six services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to GIG is the 22:10 Lufthansa service. If you prefer traveling later, the last scheduled departure is at 22:15 with Lufthansa.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Flying during a popular month such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro

Lock in cheap Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Frankfurt

Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

Depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) on a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro. From FRA, you can travel directly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG).
Lufthansa is a popular carrier that offers direct Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro plane tickets from FRA.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport. Take a break from traveling at one of these popular airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
FRA is about 11 kilometers from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt am Main Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74% of flights leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport land at their destination on schedule.

Hahn Airport (HHN)

Think about adding a stop at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). It's a popular stopover on a Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flight leaving Hahn Airport. Use a long layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to browse the airport stores.
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 105 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro? Relax in a hotel near Hahn Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave Hahn Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 84%.

Arriving in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there when traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Explore without limits with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport around four weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flight.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometers from the center of Rio de Janeiro. After your flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to SDU. Unwind after your Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro. December is the most popular month to travel to Rio de Janeiro. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Lock in a Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio de Janeiro to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

More about Rio de Janeiro

Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Christ the Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are a couple of big attractions to add to your Rio de Janeiro must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ipanema Beach.

Explore more of Brazil

Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometers to the west, its top attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without a visit to Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.