Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 28 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the most traveled route, with 8 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from AMS to GIG is with KLM at 12:50. Go for the first departure operated by KLM at 10:40 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from AMS to Rio De Janeiro, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Start your journey at AMS and land at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
KLM is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from AMS to Rio De Janeiro. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from Netherlands and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
AMS is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near AMS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Rio De Janeiro
$753 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Return flights start from $1,117. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to Rio De Janeiro.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 3 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from AMS to Rio De Janeiro, rest your head at a hotel near SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Rio De Janeiro in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from AMS to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rio De Janeiro.