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$317+ 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — GIG
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$730
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$317
(Avianca Connect)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,104
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/256:17 amDTW - GIG
3 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/17:30 amGIG - DTW
3 stops27h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$730
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:20 amDTW - GIG
3 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/309:45 amGIG - DTW
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$739
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:15 amDTW - GIG
2 stops20h 45mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/79:55 amGIG - DTW
2 stops26h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/10$837
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/76:15 pmDTW - GIG
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/79:00 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$839
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/112:53 pmDTW - GIG
2 stops32h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/241:30 amGIG - DTW
2 stops18h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$844
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:00 amDTW - GIG
2 stops17h 25mCopa Airlines
Thu 9/2510:00 amGIG - DTW
2 stops25h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/10$855

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Depart

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Price

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

6:29 pm-12:25 am

2 stops28h 56m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/1

1:25 pm-10:54 am

2 stops22h 29m

$761

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

9:15 am-8:00 am

2 stops20h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/7

9:55 am-10:02 am

2 stops26h 07m

$837

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

6:15 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/7

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$839

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/23

7:02 am-6:20 am

2 stops22h 18m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/25

1:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$892

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

6:15 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/15

3:55 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$928

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

9:15 am-8:00 am

2 stops21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/10

1:30 am-8:26 pm

2 stops19h 56m

$955

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

7:40 pm-12:25 am

2 stops27h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/26

1:25 am-10:01 am

2 stops33h 36m

$955

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

6:15 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/18

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$963

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

10:49 am-6:25 am

2 stops17h 36m

$317

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

6:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$485

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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 September 11, 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 at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% 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 September 11, 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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 20h 45m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $837. 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 $797, 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. American Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $754). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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