Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your MUC to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from MUC to Rio De Janeiro. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
MUC is about 29 kilometres from central Munich. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MUC:
When it comes to Franz Josef Strauss Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.34% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Rio De Janeiro
R 7,363 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. Return flight tickets start at R 11,842. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from MUC to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MUC to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MUC to Rio De Janeiro flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your MUC to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
No juggling luggage on public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the types of cars available here at Localiza.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your ride from RRJ well ahead of your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Rio De Janeiro in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MUC to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are top attractions which should be on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without seeing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
