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Cheapest round-trip
$531
Typical prices: $734-$1,331
Copa Airlines
Sat 10/27Sat 11/3
JFK - GIG • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$601
Typical prices: $870-$1,527
GOL
Wed 3/14Wed 4/4
JFK - GIG • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with American Airlines, United Airlines and others. Average duration is 9h 20m.
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American Airlines
Most flights • 14 per week
Delta
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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ORL - RIO
Cheapest • 33% average savings
NYC - RIO
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When to book
8 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 14% price drop
January
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Cheap Flights to Rio de Janeiro

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Rio de Janeiro

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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3:44 pm - 12:30 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
31h 46m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:05 am - 2:59 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 54m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$531Copa Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 9
American Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 6:15 amEWR  Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 40m1 stop Miami
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11:55 pm - 5:39 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark
19h 44m1 stop Miami
$553American Airlines
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 16
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12:58 pm - 9:25 amEWR  Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 27m1 stop Miami
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11:55 pm - 5:39 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark
18h 44m1 stop Miami
$553GOL
Tue, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 8
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12:52 pm - 6:15 amEWR  Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 23m1 stop Miami
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11:55 pm - 11:58 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark
14h 03m1 stop Miami
$553GOL
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 16
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10:47 am - 6:15 amEWR  Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami
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11:55 pm - 5:39 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark
18h 44m1 stop Miami
$557American Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 4
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8:00 am - 4:40 pmEWR  Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:10 am - 12:58 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark
19h 48m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$573LATAM Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 4
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10:25 am - 6:45 pmEWR  Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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12:15 pm - 2:44 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark
28h 29m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Boston Logan Intl
$588LATAM Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11
Copa Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 8:00 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:05 am - 2:59 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 54m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$609Copa Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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9:50 am - 11:50 amMIA  Miami-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 00m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:10 am - 7:10 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MIA Miami
25h 00m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$610Sky Airline
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 1
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9:50 am - 11:50 amMIA  Miami-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 00m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:10 am - 7:10 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MIA Miami
25h 00m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$617Sky Airline
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Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is the cheapest route at $531 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

A round-trip flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport costs $952 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Orlando average $668, while Tampa runs a bit higher at $689.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at $958 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,098.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport with an average price of $822 round-trip.
  • December ($1,262) and July ($1,052) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Morning flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are the cheapest at $962 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $1,062.

What is a good deal for flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights under $734 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Orlando $565
  • Tampa $566
  • Austin $629
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When are flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to Rio de Janeiro

 
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Key details for flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$298
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Miami to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does Galeão International Airport have its own on-site hotel?

    The Aerotel can be found inside of the International Terminal on level three and offers single rooms for periods of three hours. There is also the Rio Aeroporto Hotel that is in the main terminal and has day rooms, as well as the Linx Hotel International Airport Galeao that is adjacent to the main terminal and has an airport shuttle service that runs every 20min.

  • What are my options for traveling from Galeão International Airport to the city center?

    One easy way to travel from Galeão International Airport to the city center of Rio de Janeiro is by driving, which will typically take you around 20 to 25min in total. Public transportation is an option as well, such as bus lines 2012 and 2016. A single local bus ticket will cost you approximately R$4,05 ($0.80).

  • Can I rent a car directly from Galeão International Airport?

    Galeão International Airport has its own rental car center that can be conveniently found near the baggage claim. It is home to a few different rental companies, including choices like Avis, Movida, and Unidas.

  • Does Galeão International Airport offer any facilities or services for travelers with children?

    There are several children’s play areas that can be found throughout Terminals 1 and 2 and which are a great way to have the little ones burn off some energy after sitting still in a plane for several hours. You will also find a few airport nurseries that are equipped with changing tables, bathtubs, and comfortable armchairs to help parents tend to their children.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    American Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at 14 per week, while GOL is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • What airports serve Rio de Janeiro and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Rio de Janeiro can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU). Nearby alternatives within 50.0 mi of Rio de Janeiro include Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). This airport is not in Rio de Janeiro itself, but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and where you are headed in the area.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport varies depending on your departure city:

    • from New York: 9h 30m
    • from Atlanta: 9h 20m
    • from Miami: 8h 20m
    • from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport: 10h 15m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are from:
    • New York, from $531 round-trip

  • How many flights serve Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport receives 4 flights per day and 28 per week from across the world. Miami has the most flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, with 14 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is around $734 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 5% above the average round-trip fare of $952.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $734 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport around March. Round-trip fares historically average $822 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to $100 per round-trip. Morning flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport average $962 compared to $1,062 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, GOL includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, American Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and LATAM Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, a few great places to start are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Travelers that would like to freshen up after being cooped up in a plane for several hours can take a shower at one of the many lounges in Galeão International Airport. The GOL Premium Lounge and Plaza Premium Lounge all have shower facilities that you can pay a small fee for, and toiletry kits with towels are offered as well.
  • Known for being one of the busiest airports in the country of Brazil, Galeão International Airport (GIG) operates both domestic and international flights for millions of passengers each year. This major transport hub is located just under 12 miles to the north of the city center of Rio de Janeiro.
  • Depending on which city you will be flying out of, you may be able to book a direct flight to Galeão International Airport. There are a handful of companies that are known for offering nonstop flights to this destination, including American Airlines.
  • If you would like to store a piece of luggage or a personal item at Galeão International Airport once your flight has landed, head to the Arrivals Hall in Terminal 2. This is where you will find the left luggage and storage facilities, and they offer both daily and hourly rates.
  • In case you are feeling unwell after a long day of traveling, you can always go to one of the three Air Farma Drugstores in Terminal 2. Here, you can purchase basic products, including pain medicine and bandages.

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