Cheap flights from Geneva to Rio de Janeiro

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,376. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Geneva to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in August.

Alternative Geneva to Rio de Janeiro routes

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

Geneva to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$666
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Geneva 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 Geneva to Rio de Janeiro is $1,090. 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 Geneva to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,090.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Geneva to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Rio de Janeiro is usually March.
If you're flying from Geneva 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 $1,090.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Friday, 12 March 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Geneva 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Geneva Airport is located in Geneva. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is four hours behind Geneva.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your GVA to Rio de Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as March? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from GVA to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central Geneva, GVA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 10 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GVA:

  • Of the flights that depart from Geneva Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Rio de Janeiro

  • $666 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,090. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GVA to Rio de Janeiro if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from GVA to Rio de Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find a cheap flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from GVA to Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. After your flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your GVA to Rio de Janeiro flight:

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel near RRJ. Settle in at one of these options after your GVA to Rio de Janeiro flight:

  • If you're hoping for a specific model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, visit Rio de Janeiro in December.

  • Before locking in your Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from GVA to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Geneva Airport to Rio de Janeiro, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are must-do's during your Rio de Janeiro adventure.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio de Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

  • Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without seeing Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.