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Cheapest round-trip
$639
Typical prices: $555-$682
Avianca
Sun 3/25Fri 3/30
UIO - GIG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$375
Typical prices: $323-$415
Copa Airlines
Sun 3/4
UIO - GIG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Quito and Rio de Janeiro. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 9% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $607 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro (UIO-RIO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Quito to Rio de Janeiro

Thu, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 30
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4:30 am - 12:30 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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7:20 am - 5:40 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
12h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$639Avianca
Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 16
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4:40 pm - 6:15 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
11h 35m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Bogotá El Dorado
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2:55 pm - 12:30 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
11h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$646Avianca
Wed, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 30
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3:30 am - 8:20 pmUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 50m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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4:40 pm - 1:15 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
10h 35m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$646Avianca
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 9
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11:25 am - 5:55 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 30m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Bogotá El Dorado
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1:40 am - 9:00 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
9h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$648Avianca
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
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4:45 pm - 6:25 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
11h 40m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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5:30 pm - 1:55 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
10h 25m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$649LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
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4:45 pm - 6:25 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
11h 40m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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5:30 pm - 1:55 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
10h 25m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$663LATAM Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 30
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5:01 pm - 6:25 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
11h 24m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Lima J Chavez Intl
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5:30 pm - 1:55 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
10h 25m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$665LATAM Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 9
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6:55 pm - 3:45 pmUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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1:40 am - 5:45 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
18h 05m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$691Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8
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3:30 am - 12:30 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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4:50 pm - 2:10 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
23h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$691Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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6:40 pm - 9:30 pmUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 50m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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6:00 pm - 4:05 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
24h 05m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Lima J Chavez Intl
$701Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Quito to Rio de Janeiro flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

Round-trip flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro typically range from $555 to $682. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $639, on Avianca.

What is the cheapest Quito to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

There's little price difference between Quito to Rio de Janeiro routes. They average around $617 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Quito to Rio de Janeiro. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Quito to Rio de Janeiro at $554 round-trip.
•December ($690) and July ($667) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 24% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro the cheapest?

Flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Quito to Rio de Janeiro flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$375
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Quito to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Quito to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Quito to Rio de Janeiro flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How long is a flight from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

    A nonstop flight from Quito to Rio de Janeiro takes 00m, covering 2,836 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

    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 Quito to Rio de Janeiro flight?

    Round-trip flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro range from $555 to $682, with an average of $609 over the past 12 months. Anything below $555 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Quito to Rio de Janeiro flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $609 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Quito to Rio de Janeiro 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 $639 to $4,731. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Quito to Rio de Janeiro looking right now?

    One-way fares from Quito to Rio de Janeiro are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $442, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Rio de Janeiro?

    Since Rio de Janeiro is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) — daily rates from around $11:

    • FOCO
    • Localiza
    • Avis
    • MOVIDA
    • Budget

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) — daily rates from around $10:

    • FOCO
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Localiza

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO) and may arrive at several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro pass through?

    One-stop flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro most commonly connect through:

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) - 0% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Quito to Rio de Janeiro. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $594 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $656, a difference of $62.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Quito to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flying via Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 57m, compared with 11h 05m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and 11h 31m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between Quito and Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro is 2 hours ahead of Quito (Brasilia Time vs Ecuador Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro?

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

Your guide to booking Quito to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $594, about $62 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Quito to Rio de Janeiro trip for March. Fares historically average $554 round-trip in that month - typically $136 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport

    • Hotel Atlântico Avenida
    • Hotel Atlântico Tower - Soft Opening
    • ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

More options for your flight from Quito to Rio de Janeiro

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