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.

Which airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro pass through?

Most connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro pass through London Heathrow (LHR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

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

On the Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 4%. Saturday is the cheapest day at AED 5,402 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 5,592 – a AED 191 difference. 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 0h 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 4,972 to AED 36,045. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro looking right now?

One-way fares from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 4,800, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

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 39: • FOCO • Localiza • Avis • MOVIDA • Budget Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around AED 38: • FOCO • MOVIDA • Avis • Budget • Localiza

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

Etihad Airways (AED 4,972) and Ethiopian Air (AED 5,721) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights via London Heathrow (LHR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of AED 5,400. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

London Heathrow (LHR) had the shortest average connection time for Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro stopovers at 1,192 minutes over the past 3 months.

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AED 4,972

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Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

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

23h 25m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

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

32h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

AED 4,972Etihad Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

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

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

20:35 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

23h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,721Ethiopian Air

Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

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

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

20:35 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

23h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,725Ethiopian Air

Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

03:45 - 06:30AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Madrid Barajas Lisbon Humberto Delgado

09:05 - 02:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

34h 35m3 stops Sao Paulo Congonhas Madrid Barajas Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

AED 5,736Multiple Airlines

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

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

20:50 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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AED 5,780Ethiopian Air

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

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20:50 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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AED 5,780Ethiopian Air

Mon, 15 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr

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

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

20:50 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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AED 5,780Ethiopian Air

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

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AED 5,780Ethiopian Air

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

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

20:50 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

23h 20m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,780Ethiopian Air

Mon, 15 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr

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

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

22:00 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,780Ethiopian Air

Recent last minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

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

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

21:55 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,413Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

04:25 - 20:05AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

20:40 - 03:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

23h 30m2 stops Sao Paulo Viracopos Addis Ababa Bole

AED 5,479Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

19:20 - 19:45AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 25m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl London Heathrow Amsterdam Schiphol

22:00 - 16:20GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

35h 20m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl

AED 6,114Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

19:15 - 21:45AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 30m3 stops Cairo Doha Hamad Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

19:15 - 06:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

27h 55m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Frankfurt am Main

AED 7,304Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

02:15 - 05:05AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 50m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

19:15 - 06:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

27h 55m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Frankfurt am Main

AED 9,301Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

14:10 - 05:05AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 55m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

14:25 - 19:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22h 15m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

AED 9,724Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

02:15 - 05:05AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 50m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

19:15 - 06:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

27h 55m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Frankfurt am Main

AED 9,797Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

02:35 - 19:40AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

24h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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25h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

AED 10,572Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

22:45 - 14:50AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

07:00 - 16:20GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 20m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

AED 24,691Qatar Airways

Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

02:00 - 00:25AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

29h 25m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Sao Paulo Viracopos

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21h 10m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

AED 25,858Multiple Airlines

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

Return flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro start at AED 4,972. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from AED 5,400 to AED 5,533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was AED 4,972 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 5,446 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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When to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro

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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 0h 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 4,972 to AED 36,045. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro looking right now?
One-way fares from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 4,800, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.
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 39:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• Avis
• MOVIDA
• Budget

Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around AED 38:

• FOCO
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Budget
• Localiza
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 airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro pass through?
Most connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro pass through London Heathrow (LHR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro?
On the Abu Dhabi to Rio de Janeiro route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 4%. Saturday is the cheapest day at AED 5,402 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 5,592 – a AED 191 difference. 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 instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average AED 5,402 – about AED 191 less than Monday (3% 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

· Linx Galeão by Wish
· Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport

· Hotel Atlântico Avenida
· ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
· Atlântico Business Centro

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