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$313+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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RDU — GIG
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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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 December 17, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/259:16 amRDU - GIG
2 stops27h 04mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/317:35 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops18h 51mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$804
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/267:59 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop34h 21mDelta
Wed 12/315:05 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops22h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/16$805
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Wed 12/312:06 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop16h 14mLATAM Airlines
Wed 1/147:15 amGIG - RDU
2 stops19h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$895
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/242:06 pmRDU - GIG
2 stops19h 29mDelta
Wed 12/315:05 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops21h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/16$896
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/296:30 amRDU - GIG
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Wed 12/315:05 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops22h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/16$903
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/3112:51 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop17h 29mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/135:40 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops32h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$951
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/319:58 amRDU - GIG
2 stops18h 27mDelta
Tue 1/135:40 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops20h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/16$986
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/242:06 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop16h 14mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/317:35 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops18h 51mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,003
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:18 amRDU - GIG
1 stop16h 57mGOL
Wed 1/1410:30 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop15h 58mGOL
Deal found 12/15$1,006
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:23 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop14h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/1410:30 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop15h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,036

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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 December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$492
(Delta)

One-way from

$313
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$975
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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

Thu 3/5

2:07 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

9:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$492

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

7:59 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops17h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/15

7:45 am-11:10 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$493

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/2

11:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

7:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops18h 02m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

6:25 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/15

10:55 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

12:41 pm-7:20 am

1 stop17h 39m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

10:55 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

1:01 pm-10:15 am

2 stops19h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/8

9:30 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$505

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

2:13 pm-8:40 am

2 stops17h 27m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

7:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops18h 02m

$507

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/11

4:19 pm-7:55 am

1 stop14h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/14

1:30 am-2:29 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$528

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

8:08 am-7:10 am

2 stops21h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

7:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops18h 02m

$553

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/21

6:09 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$313

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Raleigh-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-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 Raleigh-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Raleigh-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.

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $476). Flying from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $665). 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 December 17, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% 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 December 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
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,891 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,131 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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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 5 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Delta and LATAM Airlines fly from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in about 17h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 47m. There are 4670 mi between Raleigh and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 GOL. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $447 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Copa Airlines and Delta, starting at $467 and $556 round-trip. GOL is priced at 37% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $476). Flying from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $665). 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 5 airlines flying from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 5 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$467Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
GOLCheapest$540Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$556Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$558Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$580Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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