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$238+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — GIG
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 December 26, 2025.

This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:41 pmORD - GIG
1 stop34h 34mGOL
Sat 1/177:05 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops28h 15mGOL
Deal found 12/25$779
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:41 pmORD - GIG
1 stop34h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/177:30 amGIG - ORD
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$910
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Sun 12/288:54 amORD - GIG
1 stop21h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/179:55 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop36h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$978
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/257:33 amORD - GIG
1 stop13h 57mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/291:30 amGIG - ORD
1 stop14h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/24$982
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/257:33 amORD - GIG
1 stop13h 57mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/285:10 amGIG - ORD
1 stop21h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,014
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:22 pmORD - GIG
2 stops41h 53mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/289:30 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop20h 43mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,043
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:15 pmORD - GIG
1 stop16h 05mGOL
Mon 12/297:45 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops18h 09mGOL
Deal found 12/24$1,150
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/252:07 pmORD - GIG
1 stop14h 53mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/810:10 amGIG - ORD
1 stop17h 14mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/3112:55 pmORD - GIG
1 stop18h 20mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/13:10 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops20h 37mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,171
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:50 amMDW - GIG
2 stops45h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/289:30 pmGIG - MDW
1 stop14h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,173
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/2510:00 amORD - GIG
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:45 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,201
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Thu 12/253:25 pmMDW - GIG
1 stop13h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/85:40 pmGIG - MDW
2 stops19h 47mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,359

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

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One-way from

$238
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Average price

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ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

7:35 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/28

9:55 pm-11:04 am

1 stop16h 09m

$500

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

2:57 pm-8:25 am

1 stop15h 28m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

10:30 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop21h 18m

$500

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

7:35 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/6

9:55 pm-10:07 am

1 stop15h 12m

$500

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

8:26 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

11:00 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop16h 48m

$500

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

2:48 pm-8:25 am

2 stops15h 37m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

10:55 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$505

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

2:44 pm-9:25 am

2 stops15h 41m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/13

8:45 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$511

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

2:38 pm-7:20 am

1 stop14h 42m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/26

10:55 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$551

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

7:34 am-12:30 am

1 stop13h 56m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/23

1:40 am-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$570

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

3:22 pm-8:00 am

1 stop14h 38m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

5:10 am-1:04 am

1 stop21h 54m

$570

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

3:21 pm-7:55 am

1 stop14h 34m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

5:10 am-1:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

$570

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $272). Flying from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $708). 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 December 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois 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 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in about 15h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 52m. The distance between Illinois and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is about 5303 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 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 American Airlines ($264), Copa Airlines ($270), and LATAM Airlines ($348).

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

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is the most popular route from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $272). Flying from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $708). 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 December 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$292Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$424Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$506Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$551Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$606Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$666Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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