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$425+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — GIG
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$681
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$425
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,240
From Columbus to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops25h 00mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/211:29 amGIG - CMH
2 stops20h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1511:42 amCMH - GIG
1 stop19h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/229:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 12/152:14 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2210:25 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop21h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,245
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1512:05 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops19h 30mLATAM Airlines
Mon 12/227:00 amGIG - CMH
2 stops29h 09mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,297
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:30 amCMH - GIG
1 stop24h 15mAir Canada
Sun 1/410:30 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop24h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,684
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:20 amCMH - GIG
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/221:45 amGIG - CMH
2 stops17h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 12/296:09 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops25h 01mDelta
Fri 1/29:30 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop14h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/11$2,490

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-8:00 am

2 stops25h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/21

1:29 am-8:38 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$1,156

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Fri 8/15

11:42 am-8:15 am

1 stop19h 33m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/22

9:05 pm-3:57 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$1,180

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sat 8/23

7:56 pm-12:15 am

2 stops27h 19m

$425

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sat 8/23

10:35 am-6:20 am

2 stops18h 45m

$471

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Tue 6/24

4:15 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$620

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sat 8/23

5:03 pm-8:15 am

1 stop14h 12m

$634

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Tue 6/24

5:44 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 36m

$860

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Deals found on 6/11

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip from $981. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LATAM Airlines, from $1,164, and Delta, from $1,180.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Copa Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $425. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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