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$328+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — GIG
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/165:20 amIAH - GIG
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/2910:55 pmGIG - IAH
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$933
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:00 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops32h 40mAvianca
Sun 12/287:30 amGIG - IAH
2 stops30h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$1,134
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:00 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops32h 40mAvianca
Sun 12/217:30 amGIG - IAH
2 stops34h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$1,198
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:35 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops29h 05mAvianca
Fri 12/267:30 amGIG - IAH
2 stops30h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$1,469
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/181:00 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops38h 25mAvianca
Thu 12/257:30 amGIG - IAH
2 stops34h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$1,473
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:35 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops29h 05mAvianca
Wed 12/247:30 amGIG - IAH
2 stops54h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$1,528
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/181:00 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/241:45 amGIG - IAH
3 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,546
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:00 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/219:00 pmGIG - IAH
1 stop27h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,570
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:25 pmHOU - GIG
1 stop13h 55mLATAM Airlines
Fri 1/97:15 amGIG - HOU
2 stops18h 18mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,443
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:39 amHOU - GIG
2 stops16h 51mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/295:40 pmGIG - HOU
2 stops19h 41mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,612
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:46 amHOU - GIG
1 stop18h 34mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/42:05 amGIG - HOU
2 stops35h 16mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,641
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:25 pmHOU - GIG
1 stop13h 55mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/289:30 pmGIG - HOU
1 stop15h 31mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,720

Find flight deals from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$725
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$328
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,785
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HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

11:38 am-12:40 am

3 stops34h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/21

1:45 am-10:53 pm

2 stops24h 08m

$789

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/19

9:20 pm-9:35 am

Nonstop10h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/26

8:55 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$1,006

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/9

5:45 am-6:25 am

2 stops21h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/16

7:15 am-10:28 pm

2 stops18h 13m

$1,012

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/3

9:54 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 26m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/10

5:40 pm-11:31 am

2 stops20h 51m

$1,020

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/10

7:10 am-11:05 am

1 stop25h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

3:55 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,020

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-7:10 am

2 stops23h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/26

9:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,020

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/25

12:10 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/1

9:00 pm-11:09 am

1 stop17h 09m

$1,022

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/9

10:35 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/16

11:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$1,025

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/5

4:35 pm-12:40 am

2 stops29h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/20

1:45 am-3:10 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$1,026

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/12

7:30 am-4:40 pm

3 stops30h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/16

9:10 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$1,039

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $789). Flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,322). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

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 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

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  • How long is the flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in 10h 15m. Fly via United Airlines, LATAM Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Houston and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 5022 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $749, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. American Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston 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 Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $789). Flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,322). 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 2 airlines flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,006Average$1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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