Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): What you need to know
Berlin is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rio de Janeiro to BER.
Flying during a popular month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BER. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
GIG is around 19 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
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80% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from GIG.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 5 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to BER flight:
79% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BER:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Central Berlin is around 27 kilometers from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Currently, $481 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $977. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BER, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Berlin. September is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Rio de Janeiro to BER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Berlin, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Berlin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Berlin right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport:
Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Wall are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Berlin travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Parliament Building.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Berlin. Around 274 kilometers away to the northwest, its best attractions include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Germany, head for Hannover, roughly 257 kilometers west of Berlin. Maschsee, Hannover Maschsee and herrenhauser Garten are among its highlights.