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Flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro
There are no direct flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro. The easiest way is one stop via Madrid or Rome, about 14h 33m door to door.
No direct flights · 6 connection options From 14h 33m
Munich to Rio de Janeiro at a glance
Fastest journey14h 33mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Madrid or Rome
Best ways to fly from Munich to Rio de Janeiro
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 9,594 km5,958 miles
- Journey time
- 14h 33mestimate
- Time difference
- -4hRio de Janeiro vs Munich
- Currency in Rio de Janeiro
- BRL
- Airports
- MUC → GIG, SDU
Flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Madrid, Rome and Amsterdam. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 14h 33m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 9,594 km.
Where do you change planes between Munich and Rio de Janeiro?
The best connecting points are Madrid (MAD), Rome (FCO), Amsterdam (AMS) and Lisbon (LIS). Air Europa flies both legs via Madrid, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Munich and Rio de Janeiro?
Munich: Munich Airport (MUC). Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
What is the time difference between Munich and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 4 hours behind Munich.
