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$306+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — GIG
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

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Thu 12/2511:00 amDTW - GIG
1 stop19h 20mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/3110:20 amGIG - DTW
2 stops24h 49mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/255:49 amDTW - GIG
2 stops25h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/319:55 pmGIG - DTW
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/229:12 amDTW - GIG
2 stops22h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/289:55 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,788
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 pmDTW - GIG
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/318:25 amGIG - DTW
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$6,421

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Round-trip from

$765
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$306
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Average price

$1,160
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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

9:18 am-12:05 pm

2 stops24h 47m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 2/6

7:30 am-5:09 pm

2 stops35h 39m

$812

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

9:00 am-8:00 am

2 stops21h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/30

1:45 am-10:07 am

2 stops34h 22m

$853

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

7:45 pm-12:30 am

2 stops26h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/7

5:10 am-10:07 am

2 stops30h 57m

$929

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

6:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 1/17

11:35 am-11:25 am

2 stops25h 50m

$978

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

7:43 pm-6:25 am

2 stops32h 42m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/24

10:55 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$979

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

6:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$1,037

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

12:45 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/24

6:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops31h 49m

$1,106

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

4:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

10:55 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop17h 06m

$1,171

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

5:30 am-12:40 am

3 stops41h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/12

11:55 pm-10:05 am

3 stops36h 10m

$1,204

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

9:10 pm-10:15 am

2 stops35h 05m

$306

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport can take about 21h. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $853. There are 5167 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,040, American Airlines will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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Top airline flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,040Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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