Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and may arrive at several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at AED 5,145 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at AED 6,294, a difference of AED 1,149. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro?

Copacabana Beach is one of the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

A direct flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro takes 00m, covering 18,952 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 4,117 to AED 24,724. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro is 7 hours behind Abu Dhabi (Brasilia Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available in Rio de Janeiro?

Since Rio de Janeiro is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) – daily rates from around AED 108: • FOCO • Localiza • MOVIDA • Avis • Unidas Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around AED 116: • FOCO • MOVIDA • Avis • Budget • Unidas

How much is a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Return flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro typically range from AED 5,446 to AED 6,010. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was AED 4,117 on Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

There's little price difference between Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro routes. They average around AED 5,479 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Etihad Airways (AED 4,117) and SAUDIA (AED 5,769) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

14:15 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 25m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

15:35 - 19:20GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

AED 4,117Etihad Airways

1 day ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

06:35 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 05m3 stops Amman Queen Alia Intl Cairo Rome Fiumicino

15:35 - 07:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

32h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

AED 5,292Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

06:35 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 05m3 stops Amman Queen Alia Intl Cairo Rome Fiumicino

09:40 - 04:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

35h 25m3 stops Sao Paulo Viracopos Rome Fiumicino Cairo

AED 5,413Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

10:25 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

27h 15m2 stops Cairo Rome Fiumicino

15:35 - 19:20GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

AED 5,483Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

14:15 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 25m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

15:35 - 19:20GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

AED 5,541Etihad Airways

3+ days ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

05:20 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 20m2 stops Cairo Rome Fiumicino

12:10 - 02:50GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

31h 40m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Milan Malpensa Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

AED 5,589Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

03:55 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Nice Côte d'Azur Rome Fiumicino

09:35 - 02:50GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

34h 15m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Rome Fiumicino Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

AED 5,659Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

16:25 - 06:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

45h 15m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Rome Fiumicino

15:35 - 14:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

39h 30m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Riyadh King Khaled Intl

AED 5,769SAUDIA

23 hours ago

Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

04:25 - 23:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

20:05 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

24h 05m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,784Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

04:25 - 20:20AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

20:05 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

24h 05m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,802Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro departing in November.
What is the cheapest Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: There's little price difference between Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro routes. They average around AED 5,479 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro.
How long is a flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?
A direct flight from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro takes 00m, covering 18,952 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 4,117 to AED 24,724. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available in Rio de Janeiro?
Since Rio de Janeiro is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) – daily rates from around AED 108:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Unidas

Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around AED 116:

• FOCO
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Budget
• Unidas
Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?
Flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and may arrive at several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at AED 5,145 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at AED 6,294, a difference of AED 1,149.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 7 hours behind Abu Dhabi (Brasilia Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro?
Copacabana Beach is one of the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average AED 5,145, which is about AED 1,149 less than Tuesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

• Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
• Linx Galeão by Wish

Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport

• Hotel Atlântico Business Centro
• ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
• Windsor Florida Hotel

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