Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) jetting off from here.
Hong Kong is 11 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to HKG.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to HKG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Rio De Janeiro to HKG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78.67%.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near HKG:
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Hong Kong. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
611 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport. A return flight starts from 1.147 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to HKG, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Plan your visit to Hong Kong in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Rio De Janeiro to HKG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Hong Kong, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Hong Kong
Start your Hong Kong trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hong Kong International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are highlights which should be on every Hong Kong itinerary.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hong Kong. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of Hong Kong, Shantou is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort.
