Flying from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Hamburg has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro flying out of Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC).
Disembark at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG), the chief entry point to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio de Janeiro four hours behind Hamburg.
To ensure you don't miss your Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hamburg International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Hamburg International Airport:
77% of flights departing from Hamburg International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
You can get to LBC from central Hamburg in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Hamburg Lubeck Airport the day before your flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro:
78% of flights departing Hamburg Lubeck Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 13 kms (8 miles). It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio de Janeiro's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is about 2 kms (1 mile) from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the most popular month for flights from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Rio de Janeiro in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg 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:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro Carnival and Ipanema Beach are must-visits when exploring Rio de Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kms (220 miles) to the west, popular attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kms (210 miles) north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without seeing Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
