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$263+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — CHI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago are usually found in February or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$561
(Delta)

One-way from

$263
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$562
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:15 amGIG - ORD
2 stops29h 05mDelta
Wed 11/126:15 pmORD - GIG
1 stop35h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/28$566
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:00 amGIG - MDW
2 stops28h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/412:45 pmMDW - GIG
1 stop16h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/30$571
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:30 amGIG - ORD
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/129:45 amORD - GIG
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$599
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:00 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/142:50 pmORD - GIG
1 stop12h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$610
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 59mLATAM Airlines
Mon 12/84:20 pmORD - GIG
2 stops27h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/30$614
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:45 amGIG - ORD
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1412:02 pmORD - GIG
1 stop15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$623
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/62:26 pmORD - GIG
2 stops16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$629
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/79:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/107:41 pmORD - GIG
2 stops46h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$638
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/199:30 pmGIG - MDW
1 stop14h 35mLATAM Airlines
Fri 1/29:50 amMDW - GIG
1 stop19h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/28$641
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/712:09 pmORD - GIG
2 stops19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$644
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/199:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop26h 44mLATAM Airlines
Fri 1/26:45 amORD - GIG
1 stop22h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/28$648
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:45 pmSDU - ORD
1 stop18h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/96:00 amORD - SDU
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$705

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - ORD

GIGORD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

9:30 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop17h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

7:10 am-10:15 am

1 stop25h 05m

$562

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - MDW

GIGMDW

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

9:30 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/29

5:59 pm-10:15 am

2 stops38h 16m

$563

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - ORD

GIGORD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 2/13

9:00 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop23h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

2:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$598

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - ORD

GIGORD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/27

9:55 pm-11:04 am

1 stop16h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

6:20 pm-9:35 am

1 stop36h 15m

$606

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - ORD

GIGORD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/21

9:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

9:35 pm-8:15 am

1 stop32h 40m

$606

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - ORD

GIGORD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/23

9:05 pm-7:47 am

1 stop36h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

9:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop33h 10m

$606

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - ORD

GIGORD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 4/22

9:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/13

7:45 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 30m

$648

Rio de JaneiroChicago

SDU - ORD

SDUORD

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/25

11:25 am-1:01 pm

2 stops27h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

8:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$693

Rio de JaneiroChicago

SDU - ORD

SDUORD

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 11/10

1:45 pm-5:30 am

1 stop18h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$705

Rio de JaneiroChicago

GIG - MDW

GIGMDW

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/27

9:30 pm-10:01 am

1 stop15h 31m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/16

10:35 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 45m

$743

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Rio de Janeiro-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rio de Janeiro-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rio de Janeiro-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago (average of $292). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,190). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with GOL from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,122 reviews

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

6.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Monte,Feb 2025

MIA - BSB

Because of the INCREDIBLY long time to get our checked baggage, gol would not let us board our connecting flight even though we arrived at the luggage check in counter over 30 minutes before take off. We were stranded in Brasilia for two days before a flight to cruzeiro do sol was available
GOL
7.3
Good
1,122 reviews
GOL
7.3
Good
1,122 reviews

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

6.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Monte,Feb 2025

MIA - BSB

Because of the INCREDIBLY long time to get our checked baggage, gol would not let us board our connecting flight even though we arrived at the luggage check in counter over 30 minutes before take off. We were stranded in Brasilia for two days before a flight to cruzeiro do sol was available

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like Delta, Air Canada, and United Airlines fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago in about 17h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 43m. The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Chicago is about 5303 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $586 on this airline. Copa Airlines is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $263. Users have also found prices from $294 and $358 on Delta and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago is Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Chicago Midway or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago (average of $292). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,190). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$586Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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