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$742+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — GIG
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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.

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$742
(Mytrip)

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June
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond 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 Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:45 amRIC - GIG
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/61:45 amGIG - RIC
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$742
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:00 amRIC - GIG
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/289:55 pmGIG - RIC
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,070
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/219:35 amRIC - GIG
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/309:55 pmGIG - RIC
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,075
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/226:00 amRIC - GIG
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/309:55 pmGIG - RIC
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,140
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:00 amRIC - GIG
1 stop26h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/79:55 pmGIG - RIC
2 stops18h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,163
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/224:35 pmRIC - GIG
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/289:55 pmGIG - RIC
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,210
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Sat 11/2211:09 amRIC - GIG
1 stop19h 11mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/282:00 pmGIG - RIC
2 stops23h 34mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,217

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RichmondRio de Janeiro

RIC - GIG

RICGIG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/31

5:45 am-4:50 pm

3 stops34h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

1:45 am-7:20 pm

3 stops43h 35m

$764

RichmondRio de Janeiro

RIC - GIG

RICGIG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/9

8:25 pm-12:30 am

2 stops27h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/20

10:10 am-9:05 am

2 stops23h 55m

$955

RichmondRio de Janeiro

RIC - GIG

RICGIG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/9

9:45 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/20

9:30 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$1,030

RichmondRio de Janeiro

RIC - GIG

RICGIG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-7:20 am

1 stop17h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/20

10:55 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$1,030

RichmondRio de Janeiro

RIC - GIG

RICGIG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/9

9:06 am-6:15 am

2 stops20h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/20

11:00 pm-3:47 pm

2 stops17h 47m

$1,035

RichmondRio de Janeiro

RIC - GIG

RICGIG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/21

4:35 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/30

9:55 pm-3:49 pm

1 stop19h 54m

$1,070

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

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

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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 1 airline have flights from Byrd Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day.

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

    Departing from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport will take you 27h 05m. The distance from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is about 4716 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($697), offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond 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 Richmond to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Richmond 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
DeltaCheapest$697Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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