Travelling from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's main airports.
Come in for landing at Rio De Janeiro's major arrival point, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Warsaw and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro
To find cheap Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
WAW is about 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
77.68% of flights taking off from Frederic Chopin Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro flight.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio De Janeiro is located around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 15 minutes.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
No squeezing into small cabs, no navigating public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the types of wheels available here at Localiza.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ in advance of your flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month for a trip to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Warsaw to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw 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:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
