Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is four hours behind Copenhagen, where Copenhagen Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CPH to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from CPH to Rio de Janeiro, 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)
Travelling from central Copenhagen to CPH takes around 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near CPH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
83% of flights departing from Copenhagen Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from CPH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is 438 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 874 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CPH to Rio de Janeiro, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across the month and snap up an epic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CPH to Rio de Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from CPH to Rio de Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. Following your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
Following your CPH to Rio de Janeiro flight, kick back at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late CPH to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the busiest month to travel to Rio de Janeiro. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CPH to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
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. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are essential stops on your Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.