Rio De Janeiro to Copenhagen (GIG–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
MAD Madrid 13h 55m AYBACX AMD8FR Madrid (MAD) to Copenhagen flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 14h AFG3KL A3AFAM Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Copenhagen flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 14h 20m AIEYLH A3AIET Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Copenhagen flights
LIS Lisbon 14h 35m ADEKEY AYBTCA Lisbon (LIS) to Copenhagen flights
AMS Amsterdam 15h 20m G3KLSK 6EAMD8 Amsterdam (AMS) to Copenhagen flights
LHR London 15h 30m AYBAIB AMAYB6 London (LHR) to Copenhagen flights
FCO Rome 17h 51m AZEYJU D8FRLY Rome (FCO) to Copenhagen flights
OPO Porto 21h 11m ADETTP D8FRSK Porto (OPO) to Copenhagen flights
IAH Houston 23h 15m UA EK Houston (IAH) to Copenhagen flights
DXB Dubai 29h 10m EK EKFIQF Dubai (DXB) to Copenhagen flights
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Rio De Janeiro to Copenhagen
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+5h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between GIG and CPH, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for GIG to CPH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,128
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Copenhagen is 5 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
GIG: -03 · CPH: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 11:00 PM in Copenhagen.
Getting to GIG

BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Transcarioca line runs from Alvorada terminal (Barra da Tijuca) through the city to GIG in about 55 minutes (R$4.05). The metro does not reach GIG directly, but combined metro + BRT journeys are possible.Taxis from Ipanema or Copacabana cost R$70–100 (40–60 min). Uber and 99 (dominant in Brazil) run R$50–80. The Real Auto Ônibus airport bus connects Rodoviária Novo Rio and the city for R$16. Allow 90+ minutes from the South Zone during rush hour; the highway through Ilha do Governador can back up severely.

Getting from CPH

The Metro M2 runs every 4–6 minutes from the airport station to central Copenhagen (15 min, DKK 36 on Rejsekort). DSB regional trains depart for Copenhagen Central Station (13 min) and continue to Malmö (Sweden) via the Øresund Bridge (35 min total from airport). Taxis from arrivals to the city centre cost DKK 250–350; Uber also operates.Terminal 3 (international) and Terminal 2 (domestic/Schengen) are connected by a covered walkway. Rental car desks are in Terminal 3 arrivals. CPH is also a ferry hub; routes to Oslo (DFDS) and Bornholm depart from Copenhagen's harbour, accessible via city transit.

Copenhagen Climate

Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently overcast at −2 to 5°C with rain, sleet, and occasional snow. Copenhagen is better prepared for winter operations than many European cities, but heavy snowfall still causes delays. Fog is a seasonal disruption risk, particularly October through January.

Summers (June–August) are mild and pleasant at 18–24°C with long daylight hours and generally good flying conditions. Wind from the southwest can be strong year-round. CPH has a crosswind reputation. Spring and autumn are transitional and variable.

GIG–CPH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rio De Janeiro to Copenhagen route.
Route details
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: GIG
IATA / ICAOGIG / SBGL
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Passengers/yr16.0M
Elevation28 ft / 9 m
Destination: CPH
IATA / ICAOCPH / EKCH
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Passengers/yr29.8M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GIG to CPH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Charles de Gaulle and Frankfurt Main.
Copenhagen is 5 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Charles de Gaulle and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.