Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg jetting off from here.
Come in for landing at Hamburg's major arrival point, Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Hamburg four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg
To pick up cheap Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a cinch to book a Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
GIG is around 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, data shows 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is approximately 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg flight.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Hamburg. After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and get your trip rolling right away.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from LBC in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Hamburg
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg. June is the most popular month to travel to Hamburg. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hamburg, explore our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No journey is complete without seeing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.