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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 6:35 am
• Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 7:40 am.

The flight takes about 10h 20m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 10h 20m, covering 5,013 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport range from $1,206 to $1,816, with an average of $1,510 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,206 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 59% above the $1,510 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,407 round-trip via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), compared to $1,498 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $565, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Unidas

Flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).

One-stop flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,377 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,976, a difference of $599.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 42m, compared with 13h 57m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 14h 10m via Miami (MIA).

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

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.

Among airlines operating Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Azul: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.