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$305+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — GIG
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$597
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,128
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/186:30 pmEWR - GIG
2 stops19h 35mAir Canada
Tue 6/33:55 pmGIG - EWR
2 stops19h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$597
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/25:15 amEWR - GIG
3 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/65:30 pmGIG - EWR
2 stops24h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$663
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Mon 10/65:30 pmEWR - GIG
1 stop15h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/187:00 amGIG - EWR
2 stops17h 58mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/29$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/62:24 pmEWR - GIG
1 stop16h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/189:55 pmGIG - EWR
1 stop16h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$939
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/112:24 pmEWR - GIG
1 stop18h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1011:00 pmGIG - EWR
1 stop26h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$951
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:25 amEWR - GIG
2 stops18h 50mDelta
Fri 9/266:15 amGIG - EWR
2 stops17h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/28$984
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/234:15 pmEWR - GIG
2 stops23h 15mAzul
Sun 8/316:10 amGIG - EWR
2 stops35h 05mAzul
Deal found 4/29$1,080
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:29 pmEWR - GIG
1 stop13h 51mBritish Airways
Wed 6/118:05 pmGIG - EWR
2 stops16h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,112
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Thu 5/83:11 pmEWR - GIG
1 stop15h 49mCopa Airlines
Thu 5/2210:00 amGIG - EWR
1 stop20h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,113

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Sun 5/18

6:30 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/3

3:55 pm-10:14 am

2 stops19h 19m

$597

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Mon 6/2

5:15 am-10:25 pm

3 stops40h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/6

5:30 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops24h 04m

$663

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Sat 7/12

6:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/24

11:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,029

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Tue 7/15

7:06 am-8:15 am

1 stop24h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 7/22

9:05 pm-1:00 am

1 stop28h 55m

$1,076

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 5/28

5:29 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 51m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/11

8:05 pm-11:39 am

2 stops16h 34m

$1,112

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 5/8

3:11 pm-8:00 am

1 stop15h 49m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/22

10:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

$1,113

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 7/23

12:00 pm-6:10 am

2 stops17h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 7/29

9:00 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop16h 11m

$1,119

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 6/19

7:05 am-6:10 am

2 stops22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 7/1

9:00 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$1,139

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Tue 6/17

2:08 pm-9:00 am

2 stops17h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/22

5:45 am-11:00 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$1,216

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 7/17

6:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 8/3

11:00 pm-11:46 am

1 stop13h 46m

$1,223

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Newark Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-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 Newark Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Newark Airport-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.

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

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Newark Airport 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 48 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 Newark Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 April 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Newark Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

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

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 April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about Azul, Delta and LATAM Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,767 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,411 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Newark Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $597 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and LATAM Airlines, starting at $1,064 and $1,078 round-trip. Air Canada is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Copa Airlines ($528), Air Canada ($534), and Azul ($540).

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

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

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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 Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Newark 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 4 airlines flying from Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$89Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$497Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$603Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$610Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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