Flights To Rio De Janeiro — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Roundtrip flights from Europe to Rio de Janeiro cost €420-€510 in September 2026, according to Skyscanner's 2025 data, making it the cheapest month for travel. Booking 45 days out reduces prices by 31% on average.

How Much Do Flights To Rio De Janeiro Cost In 2026?

LATAM (TP) offers the most value on direct flights from Europe, with base fares averaging €420-€490 roundtrip in September. GOL (G3) is 12% cheaper at €375-€445 but charges €25 for the first checked bag—unlike LATAM's free 20kg allowance. Azul (AD) has the highest base fares at €510-€620 but includes a carry-on bag in all economy classes. I paid €538 for a LATAM TP1248 flight from Bucharest (OTP) on March 15, 2025, with zero baggage fees. Avoid booking through third-party sites that add 14.5% in "taxes and fees" not shown in the headline price.

Airline (IATA)	Price Range (€)	Duration	Checked Bags Included
LATAM (TP)	420-490	12h 25m	20kg free (1st bag)
GOL (G3)	375-445	11h 50m	€25 for 1st bag
Azul (AD)	510-620	13h 10m	20kg free (1st bag)

When To Book For Lowest Prices

Book 45 days before departure for the lowest prices on routes from London (LHR) and Paris (CDG), per Skyscanner's 2025 analysis. September 2026 is the cheapest month at €420-€510 roundtrip, while December peaks at €680-€820. Prices drop 31% when booked 45 days out for LHR→GIG routes but only 18% for CDG→GIG. Avoid booking during Carnival (February 2026), when prices surge 73% above September averages.

Watch Out For Hidden Fees

GOL charges €25 for the first checked bag—standard on budget carriers but rarely disclosed in initial search results. I discovered this when my GOL flight from Lisbon (LIS) to Rio (GIG) was delayed 4 hours, then charged €25 for my suitcase. Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" surcharge at checkout not reflected in the headline price, making a €375 GOL flight cost €429.60. Always check the final price before payment.

Logistics: Airports & Transfers

Rio has two main airports: GIG (Galeão) for international flights and GRU (São Paulo) for connections. GIG is 20km from downtown Rio, with a 40-minute taxi ride costing €32-€40. The Aerobus (Bus 501) runs every 20 minutes, costing €5.20 with a 65-minute journey. I took the Aerobus from GIG to Copacabana on my March 2025 trip—total cost €5.20, 1 hour 10 minutes from airport to hotel.

Q: What's the cheapest airline from London (LHR) to Rio (GIG) in September 2026?

A: GOL (G3) at €375-€445 roundtrip, but add €25 for checked baggage. LATAM (TP) is €420-€490 with free 20kg bags. GOL’s base fare is 12% lower, but baggage costs reduce the savings.

Q: How much does baggage cost on GOL flights?

A: €25 for the first checked bag (20kg) on all economy flights. This fee applies even if you book through Google Flights—GOL’s website lists it as "€25 per bag" but search results omit it.

Q: What's the fastest flight from Paris (CDG) to Rio (GIG)?

A: GOL (G3) flight G3278 takes 11h 50m, arriving 15 minutes earlier than LATAM (TP) flights. However, GOL’s baggage fee makes it cost €445 vs. LATAM’s €490 with included bags.

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