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Cheapest return flight
854 €
Typical prices: 867 €-1.221 €
Air Canada
Tue 13.2.Mon 26.2.
MUC - GIG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
537 €
Typical prices: 597 €-785 €
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15.2.
MUC - GIG • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Munich and Rio de Janeiro. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MUC - GIG
Cheapest • 3% average savings
MUC - SDU
Most popular
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 13% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg 761 € (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 14h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro (MUC-RIO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Munich to Rio de Janeiro

Sat, 23. Jan - Fri, 29. Jan
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11:50 - 12:05MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
28h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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21:00 - 10:00GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
33h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
854 €Air Canada
Sat, 13. Feb - Fri, 26. Feb
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11:50 - 12:05MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
28h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
21:00 - 10:00GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
33h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
854 €Air Canada
Wed, 20. Jan - Wed, 27. Jan
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10:05 - 6:45MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Fortaleza Pinto Martins
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16:40 - 21:55GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
25h 15m2 stops Fortaleza Pinto Martins Paris Charles de Gaulle
854 €Air France
Sun, 11. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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6:30 - 5:50MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
28h 20m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Fortaleza Pinto Martins
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22:00 - 17:20GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
856 €Air France
Sun, 21. Feb - Thu, 11. Mar
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17:30 - 20:10MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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0:15 - 23:05GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
18h 50m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
857 €TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, 17. Nov - Tue, 1. Dec
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17:30 - 20:10MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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16:35 - 16:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
20h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
861 €TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, 5. Oct - Mon, 12. Oct
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9:00 - 10:15MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 15m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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21:00 - 6:55GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
28h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
870 €Delta
Mon, 5. Oct - Mon, 19. Oct
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9:00 - 10:15MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 15m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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21:00 - 6:55GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
28h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
871 €Delta
Thu, 12. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov
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11:00 - 7:20MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
48h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:50 - 10:10SDU  Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
22h 20m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Rome Fiumicino
937 €ITA Airways
Wed, 7. Oct - Thu, 12. Nov
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11:00 - 5:10MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 10m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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15:35 - 18:10GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
22h 35m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
951 €ITA Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Munich to Rio de Janeiro flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro start at 854 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 867 € to 1.221 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 854 € on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest Munich to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

There's little price difference between Munich to Rio de Janeiro routes. They average around 1.036 € return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Rio de Janeiro and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Rio de Janeiro at 878 € return.
•December (1.251 €) and July (1.223 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Munich to Rio de Janeiro the cheapest?

Flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Munich to Rio de Janeiro flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

537 €
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Munich to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Munich to Rio de Janeiro flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) 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 Munich to Rio de Janeiro?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro pass through?

    One-stop flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro most commonly connect through:

    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Rome Fiumicino (FCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Munich to Rio de Janeiro route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 956 € return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at 1.077 €, a difference of 121 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro are Praia da Barra da Tijuca, RioCentro, and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Munich to Rio de Janeiro flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of 1.007 €. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?

    A direct flight from Munich to Rio de Janeiro takes 0h 00m, covering 15.474 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Munich 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 Munich 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 854 € to 5.634 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Munich to Rio de Janeiro looking right now?

    One-way fares from Munich to Rio de Janeiro are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 1.688 €, which is 152% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Munich to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 17m, compared to 15h 26m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 15h 29m via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU).

  • What is the time difference between Munich and Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro is 5 hours behind Munich (Brasilia Time vs Central European 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 9 €:

    • FOCO
    • Localiza
    • Avis
    • MOVIDA
    • Budget

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) – daily rates from around 9 €:

    • FOCO
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Localiza

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Munich to Rio de Janeiro flight?

    Return flights from Munich to Rio de Janeiro range from 867 € to 1.221 €, with an average of 1.007 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 867 € counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Munich to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average 956 € – about 121 € less than Monday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Munich to Rio de Janeiro trip for November. Fares historically average 878 € return in that month – typically 373 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport

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

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