Travelling from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro departing from here.
Come in for landing at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the primary hub in Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can enter Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Romania. But before booking your cheap flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Arriving in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro, allow for a drive time of approximately 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 16 minutes.
There are some comfortable stays to call home for the night near SDU. Kick back after your flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro is C$558. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,188. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flights from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, go to Rio De Janeiro in May.
Schedule your flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro for February if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio De Janeiro.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Bucharest to Rio De Janeiro. Whether you're searching for an SUV, a compact ride or something with all the extras, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
