Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$297+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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NYC — GIG
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$627
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$297
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,185

Good round-trip deal

$801 or less

Good one-way deal

$407 or less
From New York (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.
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Cheapest flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 8/2010:40 amEWR - GIG
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/259:10 pmGIG - EWR
2 stops27h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$627
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/33:30 pmEWR - GIG
2 stops21h 25mAir Canada
Wed 9/173:55 pmGIG - EWR
2 stops18h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Wed 9/171:59 pmEWR - GIG
2 stops17h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2411:00 pmGIG - EWR
1 stop13h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$703
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 10/26:15 pmJFK - GIG
1 stop17h 20mDelta
Wed 10/81:35 pmGIG - JFK
1 stop19h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/30$713
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:30 amJFK - GIG
1 stop16h 10mAvianca
Sun 11/237:20 amGIG - JFK
1 stop16h 30mAvianca
Deal found 7/1$714
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:00 amJFK - GIG
2 stops15h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/237:15 amGIG - JFK
1 stop14h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/1$718
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 8/176:30 pmLGA - GIG
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/245:45 amGIG - LGA
3 stops42h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$720
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 9/127:45 amJFK - GIG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/167:55 pmGIG - JFK
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$721
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/286:00 amLGA - GIG
1 stop25h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/69:05 pmGIG - LGA
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$728
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 9/296:00 amEWR - GIG
1 stop25h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/109:05 pmGIG - EWR
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$728
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 10/1411:30 amLGA - GIG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2111:00 pmGIG - LGA
1 stop14h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$729
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 11/312:01 pmSWF - GIG
3 stops22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:40 amGIG - SWF
2 stops27h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$731

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 8/20

10:40 am-8:30 pm

3 stops32h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/25

9:10 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops27h 19m

$627

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 9/3

3:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/17

3:55 pm-9:43 am

2 stops18h 48m

$652

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 9/17

1:59 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/24

11:00 pm-11:33 am

1 stop13h 33m

$703

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/2

6:15 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/8

1:35 pm-8:15 am

1 stop19h 40m

$713

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/13

6:30 am-12:40 am

1 stop16h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/23

7:20 am-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$714

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-11:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/23

7:15 am-8:05 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$718

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/17

6:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops29h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 8/24

5:45 am-10:54 pm

3 stops42h 09m

$720

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/12

7:45 am-12:25 am

1 stop15h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/16

7:55 pm-7:35 am

1 stop12h 40m

$721

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/7

9:05 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$728

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Mon 9/29

7:01 pm-10:15 am

1 stop14h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/7

9:00 pm-9:36 am

1 stop13h 36m

$728

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $652 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $703 and $713 round-trip. You may be able to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $337. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and LATAM Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for a low price.

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

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

    While on average a flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is generally $816, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $337. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), you can expect to pay $597 for that flight.

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

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$81Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$488Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$491Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$497Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$549Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$597Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$647Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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