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 follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CPH to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CPH to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Copenhagen to CPH takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near CPH? If you've booked an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Copenhagen Airport, 76.54% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've seen for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is 417 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 793 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CPH to Rio De Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across each month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Explore without limits with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from CPH to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CPH to Rio De Janeiro flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will save you money.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your CPH to Rio De Janeiro flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Ready to get into the driver's seat? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without stressing about how to reach your next destination.
If you're hoping for a particular make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Visit Rio De Janeiro during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CPH to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.