Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) departing from here.
Berlin is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to BER won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to BER with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GIG and BER include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
79.57% of flights that leave from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport land at their destination on time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to BER flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78.67%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BER instead:
Grab a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car and discover Berlin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Keddy By Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to central Berlin is about 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
$691 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Return flights start at $1,235. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to BER, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), while June is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Berlin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Berlin is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to BER plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Berlin
Start your Berlin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Brandenburg Gate and Brandenburger Tor are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Berlin to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Berlin Wall.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Berlin, a trip to Hamburg will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Around 257 kilometres west of Berlin, Hannover is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Holocaust Mahnmal, The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover.