Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing.
Hop off your plane in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You'll need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from Brazil and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing
C$1,285 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing. Return flights start from C$1,910. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Beijing in February.
Schedule your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Beijing right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Beijing:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.
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