Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

On the Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $905 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,178: a $273 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

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

Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont 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 Detroit and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport is 1 hour ahead of Detroit (Brasilia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)?

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include: • FOCO • MOVIDA • Avis • Budget • Localiza

How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport flight?

Round-trip flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport range from $843 to $1,178, with an average of $950 over the past 12 months. Anything below $843 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

GOL ($932) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport in the last 5 days.

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12:29 pm - 12:25 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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2:00 pm - 8:15 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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2:00 pm - 8:15 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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$1,360Air Canada

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$1,453Multiple Airlines

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3:50 pm - 6:20 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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3:50 pm - 2:35 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Round-trip flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport start at $932. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $843 to $1,178. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $932 on GOL.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport flight route?

There's little price difference between Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport routes. They average around $950 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Cheapest flight	$482

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Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
On the Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $905 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,178: a $273 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont 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.
Have flight prices from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont 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 $932 to $3,307. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport looking right now?
One-way fares from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $684, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Detroit and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport is 1 hour ahead of Detroit (Brasilia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)?
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
• FOCO
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Budget
• Localiza
How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport flight?
Round-trip flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport range from $843 to $1,178, with an average of $950 over the past 12 months. Anything below $843 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $905 - about $273 less than Wednesday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $757 round-trip in that month - typically $924 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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 Santos Dumont Airport.
- Hotel Atlântico Tower - Soft Opening
- Hotel Atlântico Avenida
- Atlântico Business Centro

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