Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Warsaw, where Frederic Chopin Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your WAW to Rio De Janeiro flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Located around 8 kilometers from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near WAW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights leaving Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Rio De Janeiro
$470 is currently the best price for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. Return flight tickets start at $908. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from WAW to Rio De Janeiro, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the center of Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 18 kilometers away.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from WAW to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometers from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
Public transport will get you there in about 15 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 check in after your WAW to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab 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 exactly what you want. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometers from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take about 1 hour 25 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your WAW to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
No squeezing into small cabs, no hauling bags on public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the types of cars available here at Localiza.
If you'd like a certain make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Rio De Janeiro in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. 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). Search for a cheap ticket from WAW to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Rio De Janeiro, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just two of the major attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometers west to Sao Paulo to check off its popular sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Belo Horizonte is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
