Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring 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 booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf jetting off from here.
Hop off your plane in Dusseldorf at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Dusseldorf is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
GIG is about 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
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 Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is approximately 8 kilometers. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DUS:
Pick up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Dusseldorf is roughly 64 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near NRN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf. June is the most popular month to visit Dusseldorf. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dusseldorf to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Dusseldorf
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Dusseldorf, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
Rhine Tower and Konigsallee are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Dusseldorf must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Dusseldorf, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Journey around 483 kilometres east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. No trip is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.