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$249+ 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — IAD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/2010:55 pmGIG - IAD
1 stop19h 53mDelta
Sun 1/117:49 pmIAD - GIG
1 stop12h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/16$490
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/199:55 amGIG - IAD
1 stop19h 27mCopa Airlines
Sun 1/111:12 amIAD - GIG
1 stop21h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$597
This 123 Milhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 123 Milhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2010:55 pmGIG - IAD
1 stop19h 53mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/119:00 amIAD - GIG
2 stops23h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$631
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/209:55 amGIG - IAD
1 stop19h 27mCopa Airlines
Sun 1/118:25 amIAD - GIG
1 stop17h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$656
This 123 Milhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 123 Milhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:55 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop18h 26mLATAM Airlines
Fri 1/96:00 pmDCA - GIG
1 stop12h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/17$681
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/219:55 amGIG - IAD
1 stop19h 27mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/98:25 amIAD - GIG
1 stop21h 35mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$683
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/249:30 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop17h 27mDelta
Sat 1/35:40 pmDCA - GIG
1 stop12h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/18$695
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/249:30 pmGIG - IAD
1 stop14h 19mDelta
Sat 1/310:51 amIAD - GIG
1 stop19h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/16$699
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/229:30 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop13h 43mDelta
Sun 1/45:45 pmDCA - GIG
1 stop14h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/16$699
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/195:15 pmGIG - IAD
2 stops20h 58mDelta
Mon 1/1212:23 pmIAD - GIG
1 stop19h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/17$703
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Sat 12/2010:15 pmGIG - IAD
2 stops27h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/117:04 amIAD - GIG
2 stops25h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$712
This 123 Milhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 123 Milhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/229:30 pmGIG - DCA
1 stop13h 43mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/42:01 pmDCA - GIG
2 stops18h 14mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$838

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Round-trip from

$486
(Avianca)

One-way from

$249
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$569
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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

Wed 3/4

9:30 pm-9:08 am

1 stop13h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

10:06 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 14m

$490

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/15

9:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/20

10:06 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 14m

$490

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/15

11:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/20

9:18 am-10:15 am

2 stops23h 57m

$503

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/12

9:30 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop21h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

7:49 pm-8:20 am

2 stops34h 31m

$506

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/7

5:05 pm-11:05 am

2 stops19h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/10

2:55 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$511

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/7

7:25 am-5:35 am

1 stop23h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-6:20 am

1 stop22h 20m

$521

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/4

1:30 am-5:35 am

1 stop29h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/21

3:25 pm-12:25 am

1 stop32h 00m

$589

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/7

2:50 pm-10:19 am

2 stops20h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/10

9:40 am-2:05 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$599

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

SDU - IAD

SDUIAD

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 5/7

1:45 pm-11:16 am

2 stops22h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

5:50 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$604

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

SDU - IAD

SDUIAD

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/4

1:45 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops33h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

9:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$609

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia (average of $317). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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 December 18, 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
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
1,556 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
1,893 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
9,091 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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 38m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $490. 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 American 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia (average of $317). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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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