Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt jetting off from here.
When choosing where to land in Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Hahn Airport (HHN) are the major entry points.
Jump on a direct Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt flight and you'll be flying for an average of 11 hours 20 minutes.
Frankfurt is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt is from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Take your pick of six services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximize your time on arrival, the earliest flight from GIG to FRA is the 15:25 Lufthansa service. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 16:15 with Lufthansa.
To ensure you don't miss your Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt
$391 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt. A return flight starts at $881. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt flights by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.
October is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt flights.
Flying from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Set out from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) on a nonstop flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt. From GIG, you can land directly at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA).
Check out the deals with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt plane tickets out of GIG.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt flights departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 13 kilometers from the center of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometers. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt flight.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt has arrived, you can reach the city center in around 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 105 kilometers from Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Hahn Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
March is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt, while September is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Educational institution Anne Frank, Main Tower and Staedel Museum are major attractions which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometers northeast of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometers north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.







