Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport usually depart from Chicago Midway (MDW) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $650 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,131, a difference of $481. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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.

What is the time difference between Chicago Midway Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Chicago Midway Airport (Brasilia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG)?

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include: • FOCO • Localiza • MOVIDA • Avis • Unidas

How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight?

Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport range from $702 to $1,005, with an average of $798 over the past 12 months. Anything below $702 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Delta ($653) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $985. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport layovers at 8h 26m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 6:25 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

7:10 am - 10:54 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

18h 44m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$653Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 19

6:00 am - 6:25 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

7:10 am - 10:54 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

18h 44m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$653Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

6:00 am - 6:25 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

7:10 am - 10:54 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

18h 44m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$653Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 6:25 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

10:55 pm - 4:18 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

20h 23m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$658Delta

Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30

9:30 am - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:05 pm - 9:52 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

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Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 8

10:59 am - 10:30 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:05 pm - 12:51 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

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5:12 pm - 4:40 pmMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

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18h 44m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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5:25 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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9:05 pm - 12:33 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

18h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$673Delta

Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 10

9:30 am - 9:50 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 20m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:05 pm - 11:56 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

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Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

10:59 am - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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$732LATAM Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

5:09 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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1:27 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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$996Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

1:27 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 48m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 pm - 12:47 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

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$1,000Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

1:27 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 48m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 pm - 10:03 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

15h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,000Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

10:59 am - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 pm - 12:47 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

17h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,000Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

12:49 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

19h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 pm - 10:03 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

15h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,046Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

1:27 pm - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 48m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 pm - 10:03 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

15h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,051Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

11:33 am - 9:45 pmMDW Chicago Midway-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
How long is a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
A nonstop flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 5,288 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight?
Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport range from $702 to $1,005, with an average of $798 over the past 12 months. Anything below $702 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $650 to $6,169. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport looking right now?
One-way fares from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $296, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG)?
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Unidas
Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport usually depart from Chicago Midway (MDW) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $650 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,131, a difference of $481.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Chicago Midway Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Chicago Midway Airport (Brasilia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $650, about $481 less than Saturday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Midway Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $548 round-trip in that month - typically $583 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

• Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
• Linx Galeão by Wish
• Aerotel Airport Transit Hotel

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