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$647+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — GIG
févr. 18 — févr. 251
mar. 2/18
mar. 2/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 février 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$647
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,098
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Find flight deals from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 13, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
sam. 3/154:10 pmMSY - GIG
3 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
sam. 3/227:20 pmGIG - MSY
2 stops27h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$647
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
mer. 3/129:26 amMSY - GIG
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
mer. 3/1911:00 pmGIG - MSY
2 stops18h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$703
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 3/146:00 pmMSY - GIG
2 stops33h 15mGOL
lun. 3/1710:55 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop26h 54mGOL
Deal found 2/13$845
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 3/229:35 amMSY - GIG
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
sam. 3/298:55 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop13h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$919
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
jeu. 12/2511:55 amMSY - GIG
2 stops19h 50mDelta
jeu. 1/17:00 amGIG - MSY
2 stops19h 37mDelta
Deal found 2/11$994
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/256:30 amMSY - GIG
1 stop22h 50mLATAM Airlines
jeu. 1/17:00 amGIG - MSY
2 stops17h 48mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,110

Find flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 février 13, 2025.

Fly from

New Orleans

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sam. 3/15

4:10 pm-12:45 pm

3 stops42h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sam. 3/22

7:20 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops27h 09m

$647

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mer. 3/12

9:26 am-6:20 am

2 stops18h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer. 3/19

11:00 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops18h 42m

$703

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

ven. 3/14

6:00 pm-5:15 am

2 stops33h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 3/17

10:55 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$845

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sam. 3/22

9:35 am-9:35 am

1 stop22h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sam. 3/29

8:55 pm-8:54 am

1 stop13h 59m

$919

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 2/25

6:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 3/3

9:25 pm-9:11 am

1 stop14h 46m

$1,124

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mer. 3/5

10:59 am-6:20 am

2 stops16h 21m

$684

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mer. 3/5

10:07 am-7:10 am

3 stops42h 03m

$704

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mer. 3/5

7:34 am-6:20 am

1 stop19h 46m

$754

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Deals found on 2/12

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 février 13, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 février 13, 2025.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

GRU - ATL

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

GRU - ATL

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,831 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

GRU - ATL

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

GOL
7.3
Good
1,065 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

GRU - ATL

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

GRU - ATL

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from New Orleans. Booking flights from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $703, American Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from GOL and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $845 and $919, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from New Orleans 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 2 airlines flying from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$519Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$698Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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