Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio De Janeiro four hours behind Munich.
To ensure you catch your MUC to GIG flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MUC and GIG include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
RM2,026 is the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM2,886. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MUC to GIG if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MUC to GIG.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights that depart Franz Josef Strauss Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MUC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Book a hotel close to GIG if you have a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you want to go to Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MUC to GIG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.