Cheap Flights from Rio De Janeiro to Abu Dhabi, Compare and Book easily

Quick Flight Summary from Rio De Janeiro to Abu Dhabi

Lowest recent price
2,070 AED
Direct flight duration 20 hour 45 min
Arrival airports AUH / XSB
Best days to book Wednesday, Tuesday
Average over the last 30 days
2,755 AED

Cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Abu Dhabi

Shortest Flight

Etihad Airways

17 Nov, Tue

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

2,070 AED

Etihad Airways

18 Nov, Wed

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

2,070 AED

Etihad Airways

22 Nov, Sun

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

2,070 AED

Etihad Airways

24 Nov, Tue

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

2,070 AED

Etihad Airways

25 Nov, Wed

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

2,070 AED

Etihad Airways

19 Nov, Thu

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

2,077 AED

Etihad Airways

20 Nov, Fri

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

1d 8h 5m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

3,388 AED

Etihad Airways

21 Nov, Sat

Rio De Janeiro – Abu Dhabi

20h 45m

1 stop

GIG–AUH

3,393 AED

Last update: 15 November 2026 08:49

Estimated Prices for Rio De Janeiro to Abu Dhabi Flights

Cheapest Day17 November Tuesday

Best Price

2,070 AED

Average Price

2,401 AED

3,393 AED

2,070 AED

17Tue

Nov

2,070 AED

18Wed

2,077 AED

19Thu

3,388 AED

20Fri

3,393 AED

21Sat

2,070 AED

22Sun

2,070 AED

24Tue

2,070 AED

25Wed

Key Features of the Airlines

Star Alliance Member
Complimentary Meals
2x23kg Baggage

Premium Abu Dhabi Carrier
Generous Baggage
Award-Winning Service

Best LCC Middle East
Flexible Rebooking
Wide Domestic Network

Budget Abu Dhabi Flights
Modern A320 Fleet
Digital-First Experience

oneworld Member
Jordan Flag Carrier
Full Service

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Rio De Janeiro City Center

Rio de Janeiro Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. - Galeao Intl. Airport

As there is no direct underground line to the airport which in the north of the city, buses are the only means of public transport to get to the airport. You can also prefer taking a taxi or renting a car.

Taxi

You can be at the airport in half an hour thanks to the taxis which you can easily reach 24 hours in the whole city. Because of the extreme heat in the city and the only means of transportation being buses, taxis are a preferred option due to their comfort and speed.

Bus

Buses allow passengers to travel from the city center to the airport in different time zones. You can easily get to the airport by preferring one of the buses number 2101, 2145, 1001 and 924. You do not need tickets for buses. You can pay in cash on the bus.

Car Rental

You can easily rent a car in Rio de Janeiro and make a comfortable journey to the airport. You can find car rental companies online and contact them in advance. Car rental companies bring the car up to the point you want and deliver it to you there.

Airport Information

Rio de Janeiro Airport, based on an enormous island, is also attracting attention with its service buildings.

Many restaurants, such as 365 Deli, Air Point, Astoio Kilo, Batata Inglesa, Cafe Aviador, Cafe Palheta, Caso de Pao de Queijo, Demoiselle, Galeao Coffe Shop, Hallah and Havanna, serve the unique tastes of Brazilian cuisine and world cuisine at the airport.

Shops like AMP Tshirt Store, Brasil Carioca Sport Souvenirs, Brasil Rio, Britt Shop, Carioqueria and Chilli Beans serve passengers all day long.

Banks, post office, health center and pharmacy are among other services you can make benefit at the airport. There is also a hotel that offers accommodation services to passengers.

Transportation to Abu Dhabi City Center from Airport

Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers east of the city center. You can easily reach the city center by shuttle bus, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from companies located in the city center and at the airport.

Airport Shuttle

Some airline companies flying to Abu Dhabi International Airport offer a free 24-hour shuttle service which you can benefit to go both to the airport and the city center.

City Bus

You can reach the city by taking buses A1, which depart from the airport every 40 minutes.

Taxi

Taxi is one of the alternatives that can be considered to reach the city. The most common means of transport in Abu Dhabi is taxi. However, since demand is high, you can wait for a long time under heat. Almost all the taxis accept credit cards. If you are traveling for business purposes, buying a voucher may be beneficial.

Car Rental

Renting a car is one of the most reasonable options for transportation in Abu Dhabi. Because the United Arab Emirates is a fortunate country in terms of oil reserves, oil prices are quite low. If you want to take advantage of this, it is possible to find many car rental offices in the city center and at the airport.

Abu Dhabi Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today

Sunday

15 Nov

Clear

29°26°

Monday

16 Nov

Clear

28°25°

Tuesday

17 Nov

Clear

29°24°

Wednesday

18 Nov

Clear

30°23°

Thursday

19 Nov

Clear

29°23°

More Information About Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi City Guide

Zayed International Airport

Sir Bani Yas Island Airport

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights?

When you search for Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights?

For Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights, you can use Rio de Janeiro Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. - Galeao Intl. Airport, Santos Dumont Airport, Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport as departure airport, and Zayed International Airport, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi and how long does the flight take?

The straight-line distance between Rio De Janeiro and Abu Dhabi is about 11760 km. According to Wingie flight data, there were no direct flights on this route in the last 30 days; the shortest connecting flight took about 20 hour 45 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi flights is Tuesday.

Rio De Janeiro-Abu Dhabi: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Etihad Airways starts from approximately 1,979 AED.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Etihad Airways	1,979 AED	No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece x 7 kg of cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Ethiopian Airlines	5,038 AED	—
Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras	6,768 AED	Paid Change / Partial Refund / 1 piece x 8 kg of cabin baggage / 1 x 23 kg checked bag / Complimentary Refreshments
Gol	4,685 AED	—