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$248+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO) to District of Columbia

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — IAD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/299:50 amGIG - IAD
1 stop15h 43mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/53:24 pmIAD - GIG
1 stop14h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$486
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.
Tue 11/189:55 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop26h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/296:00 amDCA - GIG
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$488
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.
Fri 10/319:30 pmGIG - IAD
1 stop18h 08mDelta
Mon 11/103:35 pmIAD - GIG
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/28$495
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.
Fri 10/319:30 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop16h 15mDelta
Mon 11/105:03 pmDCA - GIG
2 stops19h 07mDelta
Deal found 10/28$495
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/241:30 amGIG - IAD
1 stop27h 52mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/23:32 pmIAD - GIG
1 stop34h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$498
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/211:55 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop22h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/172:59 pmDCA - GIG
1 stop16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$500
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:55 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop23h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/135:15 pmDCA - GIG
1 stop14h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$502
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/211:55 pmGIG - IAD
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/172:16 pmIAD - GIG
2 stops17h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$504
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:55 amGIG - IAD
1 stop19h 27mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/188:22 amIAD - GIG
1 stop14h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/27$506
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:10 amGIG - IAD
1 stop20h 23mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/91:13 amIAD - GIG
1 stop21h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/30$536
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:10 amGIG - IAD
1 stop20h 23mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/93:32 pmIAD - GIG
1 stop30h 58mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$538
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Thu 10/305:10 amGIG - IAD
1 stop20h 23mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/122:35 pmIAD - GIG
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$540

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$485
(Avianca)

One-way from

$248
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$523
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/23

1:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/21

5:45 am-12:25 am

2 stops17h 40m

$485

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/18

9:55 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop26h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop25h 35m

$488

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 12/6

9:55 am-3:22 am

1 stop19h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/20

3:25 pm-8:00 am

1 stop14h 35m

$506

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/28

2:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/12

5:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$520

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/23

9:55 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop27h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop25h 35m

$561

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/23

1:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/21

3:25 pm-12:25 am

1 stop32h 00m

$591

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/26

9:30 pm-9:11 am

1 stop13h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/8

5:45 am-6:25 am

1 stop22h 40m

$603

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 4/27

7:45 pm-10:54 am

2 stops16h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/10

8:16 am-6:05 am

1 stop20h 49m

$618

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/23

9:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/3

8:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

$631

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/23

9:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/2

7:59 pm-9:35 am

1 stop35h 36m

$631

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia (average of $335). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $721). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia?

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,872 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia?

    A quick flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia can take about 13h 30m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $485. Airlines will cover a distance of 4803 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia are Copa Airlines ($253), Delta ($257), and LATAM Airlines ($262).

  • What are the most popular routes from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia?

    When deciding which route to take from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia consider Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia?

    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 District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia (average of $335). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $721). 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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