Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts 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 base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo taking off from here.
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's chief entry points.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 12 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo flights.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
GIG is about 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing 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.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to NRT. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo. April is the most popular month for a trip to Tokyo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Tokyo, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey around 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to check off its top attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Japan, head for Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are highlights.
