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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Paris to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Paris to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$724
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time11 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week42

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

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Paris to Rio de Janeiro is $718. 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.
11 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Paris to Rio de Janeiro.
Air France, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Scandinavian Airlines fly direct from Paris to Rio de Janeiro.
There are 42 flights per week flying from Paris to Rio de Janeiro, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Rio de Janeiro is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Paris, 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 $718.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Paris to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 25 minutes.
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.
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.
In June, 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is ITA Airways, and the cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is Air France.

Flying from Paris to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • When searching for a flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro, there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main terminals.

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be landing in Rio De Janeiro.

  • Around 11 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Paris to Rio De Janeiro flight.

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Paris.

  • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are eight departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro is with Air France at 13:15. Choose the first CDG to GIG departure with Air France at 10:50 to make the most of your arrival in Rio De Janeiro.

  • Leave enough time to make your Paris to Rio De Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Rio De Janeiro

  • Book one month before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Paris to Rio De Janeiro flights.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Paris to Rio De Janeiro. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Paris to Rio De Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Save on your Paris to Rio De Janeiro flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You can book a direct flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Begin your journey at CDG and touch down at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • Air France is a popular airline that offers direct Paris to Rio De Janeiro plane tickets leaving from CDG.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Paris to Rio De Janeiro flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a break from traveling at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Traveling from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of the flights that depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on schedule at their destination.

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your Paris to Rio De Janeiro flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Paris Orly Airport and Rio De Janeiro:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 14 kilometers or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro? Check in to a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • 75.56% of flights out of Paris Orly Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • Whether just for an hour or two or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel more relaxed and effortless. When flying out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), you can book a ticket from Paris to Rio De Janeiro stopping at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).

  • From the center of Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Make taking an early Paris to Rio De Janeiro flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:

  • Flights that take off from BVA touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 66.39% of the time.

  • The address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Once your flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can make your way to the city center in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometers from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • The journey will take approximately 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 23 kilometers from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the city center by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro.

  • If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and focus on the journey ahead, not the travel logistics. Whether you're searching for a compact or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find your ideal set of wheels.

  • If you're looking for a particular kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your Paris to Rio De Janeiro tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap flights from Paris to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Paris to Rio De Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometers west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Belo Horizonte is another favorite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without experiencing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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