Flying from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is where you'll be arriving in Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro is ten hours behind Bangkok and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro.
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Flying from Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Of all flights departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Don Mueang Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on 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 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Explore without limits with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is located around 2 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near SDU. Kick back after your Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro. December is the most popular month to travel to Rio de Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Rio de Janeiro
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Rio de Janeiro, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro Carnival and Ipanema Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio de Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.