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$312+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — GIG
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$497
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$312
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$628
From Raleigh-Durham to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 11/278:05 amRDU - GIG
2 stops22h 20mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/115:40 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops18h 17mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$497
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/276:00 pmRDU - GIG
2 stops34h 25mDelta
Wed 12/107:15 amGIG - RDU
2 stops33h 36mDelta
Deal found 9/15$500
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 11/187:15 amRDU - GIG
2 stops21h 10mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/257:15 amGIG - RDU
2 stops18h 03mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/178:07 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop34h 13mDelta
Mon 2/29:30 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop20h 07mDelta
Deal found 9/15$506
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/58:05 amRDU - GIG
2 stops22h 20mDelta
Tue 3/247:15 amGIG - RDU
2 stops17h 38mDelta
Deal found 9/15$507
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 12/58:05 amRDU - GIG
2 stops23h 20mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/77:35 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops18h 39mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$513
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:15 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop17h 00mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/138:00 amGIG - RDU
2 stops38h 59mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$517
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/1810:29 amRDU - GIG
1 stop21h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/2511:55 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop20h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$532
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/2712:43 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop17h 37mDelta
Thu 12/115:40 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops18h 17mDelta
Deal found 9/15$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/319:40 amRDU - GIG
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Fri 11/79:30 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop17h 26mDelta
Deal found 9/16$560
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 12/243:15 pmRDU - GIG
2 stops21h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/138:00 amGIG - RDU
2 stops38h 59mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/17$565

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/18

5:41 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 39m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/2

9:30 pm-8:49 am

1 stop13h 19m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/27

12:43 pm-6:25 am

2 stops39h 42m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/10

7:15 am-8:37 pm

2 stops39h 22m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/22

9:30 am-6:25 am

2 stops18h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/28

10:55 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop17h 26m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/27

7:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/11

5:40 pm-9:57 am

2 stops18h 17m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/29

8:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/24

7:15 am-11:53 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

7:10 am-8:00 am

1 stop22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/11

7:15 am-11:53 pm

2 stops18h 38m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/3

5:19 pm-12:30 am

2 stops29h 11m

$350

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/12

8:07 pm-6:25 am

2 stops32h 18m

$360

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

5:19 pm-12:30 am

2 stops29h 11m

$363

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/4

12:18 pm-4:20 pm

3 stops26h 02m

$373

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
1,849 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

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

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Raleigh. Booking flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in about 12h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 4670 mi between Raleigh and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $384 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $547 and $564 round-trip. Copa Airlines is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$384Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$547Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$564Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$568Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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