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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.535 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 535 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.537 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.540 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 540 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.554 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.648 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 648 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.649 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 649 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.652 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 652 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.655 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 655 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jun
from 862 €
Jul
from 873 €
Aug
from 881 €
Sep
from 554 €
Oct
from 648 €
Nov
from 537 €
Dec
from 655 €
Jan
from 680 €
Feb
from 676 €
Mar
from 535 €
Apr
from 722 €
May
from 710 €

Alternative Zurich to Rio de Janeiro routes

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

Zurich to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found535 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Zurich 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 Zurich to Rio de Janeiro is 535 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from 535 €.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Zurich to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Rio de Janeiro is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Zurich 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 535 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Monday, 9 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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, TAP Air Portugal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro runs on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • To avoid missing your ZRH to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Of all flights departing from Zurich Airport, 69.02% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rio De Janeiro

  • 379 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is 535 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from ZRH to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from ZRH to Rio De Janeiro is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

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

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

  • Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ZRH to Rio De Janeiro can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

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

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your ZRH to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will help you save.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your ZRH to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:

  • Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and focus on the journey ahead, not on how to get there. Whether you want a compact or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find the right set of wheels.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RRJ in advance of your flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are generally higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Book a Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are top attractions which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Belo Horizonte is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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