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Cheapest round-trip
$487
Typical prices: $597-$958
Avianca
Thu 4/5Mon 4/23
GIG - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$303
Typical prices: $282-$492
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3
GIG - ORD • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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GIG - ORD
Cheapest • 3% average savings
GIG - MDW
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 30% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $645 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 14h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago (RIO-CHI)

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

Mon, Apr 5 - Fri, Apr 23
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7:20 am - 9:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:20 pm - 3:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$487Avianca
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:00 pm - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:50 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$493LATAM Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:00 pm - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:23 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$496LATAM Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:55 pm - 10:07 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 12m1 stop Miami
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4:43 pm - 6:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
34h 47m1 stop Miami
$502GOL
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 29
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11:55 pm - 10:07 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 12m1 stop Miami
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8:15 am - 6:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 15m1 stop Miami
$503GOL
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Apr 7
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4:50 pm - 8:30 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:20 pm - 3:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$508Avianca
Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Mar 12
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4:50 pm - 8:30 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:30 pm - 3:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$510Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:35 am - 10:07 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 32m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Miami
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8:15 am - 6:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 15m1 stop Miami
$511GOL
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:55 am - 11:56 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
44h 01m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Miami
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5:54 pm - 6:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
33h 36m1 stop Miami
$512GOL
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Apr 7
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10:55 pm - 4:37 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 42m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:30 pm - 4:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$514LATAM Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rio de Janeiro to Chicago 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 Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago typically range from $597 to $958. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $487, on Avianca.

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

There's little price difference between Rio de Janeiro to Chicago routes. They average around $755 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago at $516 round-trip.
•July ($955) and June ($892) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$303
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago takes 00m, covering 5,297 miles.

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

    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 Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago range from $597 to $958, with an average of $738 over the past 12 months. Anything below $597 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $738 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $315, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $28:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

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

    Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago may depart from several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU), with arrivals available at Chicago area airports such as Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

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

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

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $714 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $850, a difference of $136.

    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 Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 58m, compared with 15h 20m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 15h 38m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

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

    Chicago is 2 hours behind Rio de Janeiro (Central Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro to Chicago 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $714, about $136 less than Monday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rio de Janeiro to Chicago trip for March. Fares historically average $516 round-trip in that month - typically $439 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 Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel

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