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

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Amsterdam to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found624 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time12 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week51

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol 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 return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro is 624 €. 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.
12 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro.
KLM, Air France and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro.
As of January 2026, there are 51 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Rio de Janeiro is usually March.
If you're flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from 624 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, 7 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 3 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 January, the average temperature is usually around 26°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.
Currently, ITA Airways and KLM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located.

  • With seven departures a week between the two airports, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the busiest route. Board KLM's 10:40 flight to get your trip from AMS to GIG underway.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your AMS to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro ticket. Start your trip at AMS and touch down at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • Check out the promotions from KLM. This carrier has direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from AMS to Rio De Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central Amsterdam to AMS takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to AMS:

  • 67.93% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Rio De Janeiro

  • 385 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro flight. Return plane tickets start from 624 €. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Lock in cheap flights from AMS to Rio De Janeiro by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to Rio De Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

  • Pick up 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 popular providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from AMS to Rio De Janeiro.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Once your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.

  • Following your AMS to Rio De Janeiro flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Settle in at one of these options after your AMS to Rio De Janeiro flight:

  • Ready to get behind the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and begin your trip without worrying about how to reach your next destination.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so book your ride from RRJ in advance of your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Travel to Rio De Janeiro during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • When booking your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro plane 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 sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from AMS to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Once you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:

  • Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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