Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): What you need to know
The timezone in Copenhagen is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen.
Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to CPH won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a popular month such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CPH with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GIG and CPH include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart GIG land on time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can get to SDU from the centre of Rio de Janeiro in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Rio de Janeiro to CPH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
About Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near CPH:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport flight.
Getting from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to central Copenhagen
Copenhagen Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Copenhagen. The time it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
R 7,555 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport. Return flights start at R 16,798. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to CPH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to CPH.
Lock in a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Copenhagen. September is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport (CPH), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Rio de Janeiro to CPH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Copenhagen, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport in February when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Copenhagen
Start your Copenhagen trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Copenhagen Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Kopenhagen and The Little Mermaid are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Copenhagen to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rosenborg Castle.
Explore more of Denmark
Odense is just one of the many places in Denmark waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Copenhagen. Around 145 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include H. C. Andersens House, H.C. Andersen Museum and Hans Christian Andersen's Childhood Home.
Around 225 kilometres northwest of Copenhagen, Aalborg is another essential stop in Denmark. Start your sightseeing at Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg, Klosterkirken and Aalborg Historical Museum.