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$236+ Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— GIG
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in 2026

Cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on February 9, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1711:20 am
EWR
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GIG
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/265:45 am
GIG
-
EWR
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$564
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Tue 4/141:00 pm
JFK
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GIG
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/214:40 pm
GIG
-
JFK
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$575
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 5/111:30 am
JFK
-
GIG
1 stop13h 05m
Avianca
Tue 5/194:40 pm
GIG
-
JFK
1 stop14h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 2/8$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Thu 3/511:00 am
EWR
-
GIG
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/189:30 pm
GIG
-
EWR
1 stop14h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$587
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Wed 3/45:50 am
JFK
-
GIG
3 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1810:55 pm
GIG
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$589
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Tue 3/171:11 pm
JFK
-
GIG
2 stops24h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/2412:40 pm
GIG
-
JFK
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$590
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 3/34:29 pm
JFK
-
GIG
2 stops37h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/910:55 pm
GIG
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$591
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Wed 3/45:50 am
JFK
-
GIG
3 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/610:55 pm
GIG
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Wed 3/45:50 am
JFK
-
GIG
3 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/910:55 pm
GIG
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$593
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/22:20 pm
JFK
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GIG
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/115:15 pm
GIG
-
JFK
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$596
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Mon 3/97:30 am
JFK
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GIG
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/138:00 am
GIG
-
JFK
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$597
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Thu 3/55:05 pm
JFK
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GIG
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1812:10 pm
GIG
-
JFK
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$598

Find flight deals to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

Find the latest flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on February 9, 2026.

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Average price

$990

Round-trip from

$554

One-way from

$236

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$746 or less

Good one-way deal

$460 or less
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Locate flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on February 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/6

6:30 am-12:40 am

1 stop16h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

12:30 pm-8:00 am

1 stop20h 30m

$596

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/17

7:30 am-6:25 am

1 stop21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/22

10:55 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop10h 10m

$600

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/18

7:30 am-12:40 am

1 stop16h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/22

10:55 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop10h 10m

$600

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/16

6:50 am-6:25 am

2 stops22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/22

10:55 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop10h 10m

$614

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

3:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops20h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/20

4:40 pm-1:15 am

2 stops33h 35m

$651

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/12

10:05 am-3:10 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

12:40 pm-8:00 am

1 stop20h 20m

$665

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/16

1:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 8/2

4:40 pm-6:05 am

1 stop14h 25m

$685

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/21

3:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops20h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/30

1:35 am-11:45 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$711

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

6:55 am-3:35 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/17

4:40 pm-1:15 am

2 stops33h 35m

$726

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Thu 3/5

6:30 am-6:25 am

2 stops21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/7

1:45 am-10:21 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$745

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Compare providers for flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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: Out of all of the providers offering Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When is the best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

On average, a flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl takes 15 hours 26 minutes. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

The most flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Delta.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $499
LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines
From $268
Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines
From $241
Delta
Delta
From $238

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated February 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines, and GOL to Brazil to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,917 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,168 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,252 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,498 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,172 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

FAQs about flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl typically cost $36, while round-trip flights cost around $67.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    A round-trip flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl will typically cost around $87, however they can be found for as little as $49.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Miami offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Escondidinho Bar, hostel e casa de festas is the closest property to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (1.0 mi away from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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