The men's canoe sprint K-2 200 metres competition at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro took place between 17 and 18 August at Lagoa Stadium.

[2] The competition comprised heats, semifinals, and a final round.

Heat winners advanced to the "A" final, with all other boats getting a second chance in the semifinals.

The top three from each semifinal also advanced to the "A" final, and competed for medals.

All times are Brasilia Time (UTC-03:00) The best placed boat from each heat qualified for the finals, remainder went to the semifinals.