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$336+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — GIG
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$638
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$336
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,078

Good round-trip deal

$841 or less

Good one-way deal

$691 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/243:00 amJFK - GIG
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:40 amGIG - JFK
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$636
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 10/2010:35 pmJFK - GIG
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/211:00 pmGIG - JFK
Nonstop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$640
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Tue 9/307:30 amJFK - GIG
2 stops28h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sun 10/1210:20 amGIG - JFK
2 stops22h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/28$646
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Sun 10/1912:30 amJFK - GIG
1 stop22h 55mAvianca
Sat 11/11:45 amGIG - JFK
1 stop22h 05mAvianca
Deal found 7/28$650
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:00 amJFK - GIG
2 stops27h 55mAir Canada
Wed 9/243:55 pmGIG - JFK
2 stops30h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$656

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/24

3:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops44h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/10

8:40 am-5:20 am

1 stop21h 40m

$636

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/20

10:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/2

11:00 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop10h 00m

$640

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/30

7:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/12

10:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops22h 55m

$646

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/19

12:30 am-12:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/1

1:45 am-10:50 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$650

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/14

8:15 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$336

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/7

12:30 am-12:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

$338

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

7:45 am-12:40 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$345

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

11:40 pm-10:15 am

Nonstop9h 35m

$358

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/14

2:45 pm-10:15 am

2 stops18h 30m

$369

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

3:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop17h 30m

$374

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 28, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Sao Paulo (GRU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Sao Paulo (GRU) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $755.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Sao Paulo (GRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 57m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 08m.

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 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and GOL from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,821 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,091 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,386 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip from $640. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LATAM Airlines, from $646, and Avianca, from $650. American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $336. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and GOL, as they are both options that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,380 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $407 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl) is currently priced at $526.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 6 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$397Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$491Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$549Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$581Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$583Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$647Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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