Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$306+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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RDU — GIG
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$559
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$306
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,223
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From North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/42:05 pmRDU - GIG
2 stops16h 55mLATAM Airlines
Mon 9/87:00 amGIG - RDU
2 stops17h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/29$564
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:08 amRDU - GIG
2 stops18h 02mDelta
Fri 6/207:00 amGIG - RDU
2 stops28h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/29$579
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 6/14:20 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop30h 55mCopa Airlines
Sat 6/710:00 amGIG - RDU
1 stop29h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$599
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Wed 6/116:17 pmCLT - GIG
3 stops29h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/199:45 amGIG - CLT
3 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$634
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/184:36 pmRDU - GIG
2 stops16h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2211:00 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop19h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$660
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Sun 6/15:05 pmRDU - GIG
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/710:00 amGIG - RDU
1 stop29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$669
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Thu 8/147:10 amCLT - GIG
2 stops38h 35mGOL
Wed 8/209:40 pmGIG - CLT
2 stops20h 41mGOL
Deal found 4/29$674
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Sat 7/2611:57 amRDU - GIG
1 stop19h 23mGOL
Sun 8/109:40 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops38h 37mGOL
Deal found 4/28$679
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Sun 5/186:10 amRDU - GIG
1 stop25h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/229:05 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop19h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$685
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Thu 6/126:00 amAVL - GIG
3 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/197:25 amGIG - AVL
2 stops35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$698
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Tue 5/69:00 amRDU - GIG
2 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Thu 5/153:55 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops25h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$750
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Mon 6/231:51 pmORF - GIG
2 stops33h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/811:20 amGIG - ORF
3 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$872

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/4

2:05 pm-8:00 am

2 stops16h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/8

7:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$564

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/13

11:08 am-6:10 am

2 stops18h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/20

7:00 am-10:02 am

2 stops28h 02m

$579

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

4:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop30h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/7

10:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop29h 29m

$599

CharlotteRio de Janeiro

CLT - GIG

CLTGIG

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 6/11

6:17 pm-12:35 am

3 stops29h 18m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/19

9:45 am-8:09 am

3 stops23h 24m

$634

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/18

4:36 pm-10:35 am

2 stops16h 59m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/22

11:00 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop19h 39m

$660

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

5:05 pm-12:30 am

3 stops30h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/7

10:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop29h 29m

$669

CharlotteRio de Janeiro

CLT - GIG

CLTGIG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/14

7:10 am-10:45 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/20

9:40 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$674

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/26

11:57 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 23m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 8/10

9:40 pm-11:17 am

2 stops38h 37m

$679

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/18

6:10 am-8:15 am

1 stop25h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/22

9:05 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$685

AshevilleRio de Janeiro

AVL - GIG

AVLGIG

Asheville Regional

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-10:15 am

3 stops27h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/19

7:25 am-6:22 pm

2 stops35h 57m

$698

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as you normally would.

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 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $494. Users have also found prices from $512 and $585 on United Airlines and Copa Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$384Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$497Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$517Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$523Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$614Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$675Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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