Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$257+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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ORD — GIG
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$527
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$261
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$842
From Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($74 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 10/67:59 pmORD - GIG
1 stop12h 16mLATAM Airlines
Wed 10/223:20 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops25h 19mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/27$527
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 9/102:20 pmORD - GIG
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/219:05 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$533
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Mon 8/117:55 amORD - GIG
1 stop22h 05mCopa Airlines
Mon 8/255:05 amGIG - ORD
1 stop21h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/30$536
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Wed 8/274:25 pmMDW - GIG
1 stop15h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/26:15 amGIG - MDW
2 stops17h 11mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$550
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Mon 10/275:51 pmORD - GIG
2 stops20h 59mDelta
Wed 11/129:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop14h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/28$552
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/2710:35 amMDW - GIG
2 stops17h 50mDelta
Sun 11/99:30 pmGIG - MDW
1 stop17h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/29$552
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:00 amORD - GIG
1 stop24h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/511:00 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops18h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$565
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Tue 8/266:56 amORD - GIG
3 stops35h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/305:45 amGIG - ORD
3 stops20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$624
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Fri 9/196:21 amMDW - GIG
2 stops21h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/209:00 pmGIG - MDW
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$741
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Sun 9/149:15 amSTL - GIG
2 stops27h 50mAir Canada
Tue 9/232:45 pmGIG - STL
2 stops26h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$969
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Fri 9/124:05 pmSTL - GIG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/159:40 pmGIG - STL
2 stops47h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,096
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Sun 9/146:15 amSTL - GIG
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/239:05 pmGIG - STL
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,119

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Illinois

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ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/6

7:59 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/22

3:20 pm-2:39 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$527

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

2:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop15h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/21

9:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop29h 10m

$533

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

7:55 am-8:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/25

5:05 am-12:21 am

1 stop21h 16m

$536

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/27

4:25 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/2

6:15 am-9:26 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$550

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/27

10:35 am-6:25 am

2 stops17h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/9

9:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop17h 25m

$552

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

5:51 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops20h 59m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/9

9:30 pm-8:34 am

1 stop14h 04m

$552

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop24h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/5

11:00 pm-3:43 pm

2 stops18h 43m

$565

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

6:56 am-8:35 pm

3 stops35h 39m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/30

5:45 am-11:59 pm

3 stops20h 14m

$624

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/19

6:21 am-6:20 am

2 stops21h 59m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 9/20

9:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

$741

St. LouisRio de Janeiro

STL - GIG

STLGIG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/14

9:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/23

2:45 pm-3:18 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$969

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Deals found on 7/27

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

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Illinois 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as you normally would.

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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Copa Airlines ($261), American Airlines ($262), and LATAM Airlines ($262).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Illinois 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 7 airlines flying from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$485Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$497Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$503Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$517Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$565Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$619Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$652Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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