Flying from Rome to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro.
Come in for landing at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the chief entry point to Rio De Janeiro.
The average length of a direct Rome to Rio De Janeiro flight is 12 hours 5 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio De Janeiro four hours behind Rome.
The busiest route for flights from Rome to Rio De Janeiro is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from FCO to GIG is the 21:50 ITA Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:50 with ITA Airways.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Rome to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Rio De Janeiro
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro, you can leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Get from FCO to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) without any stops.
ITA Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct Rome to Rio De Janeiro plane tickets leaving from FCO.
We make it a cinch to book a Rome to Rio De Janeiro flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Travel at your own speed with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Rome to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro.
The journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and enjoy travelling in your own private, comfortable space. Whether you're searching for an economy or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find the right set of wheels.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ in advance of your flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Rio De Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Rio De Janeiro in May.
Book a Rome to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Rio De Janeiro, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, your itinerary will be busy.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without experiencing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
