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$262+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RIO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/111:20 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Fri 5/157:20 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop16h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 1/31$527
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/211:20 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Fri 5/157:20 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop16h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 2/1$529
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1811:20 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/211:35 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$530
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 4/142:35 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/241:35 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$533
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1411:20 pm
ORD
-
GIG
1 stop23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/161:35 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$535
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 5/1411:20 pm
ORD
-
GIG
1 stop23h 10m
GOL
Sat 5/161:35 am
GIG
-
ORD
1 stop21h 45m
GOL
Deal found 2/2$536
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 4/282:35 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop31h 50m
GOL
Fri 5/81:35 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop21h 45m
GOL
Deal found 2/1$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/24:10 pm
ORD
-
GIG
1 stop15h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 3/1811:00 pm
GIG
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ORD
1 stop16h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$539
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 4/142:35 pm
ORD
-
GIG
1 stop31h 50m
GOL
Sat 4/2512:00 pm
GIG
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ORD
2 stops27h 15m
GOL
Deal found 2/1$544
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 3/2211:20 pm
ORD
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GIG
2 stops29h 45m
GOL
Sun 3/297:25 am
GIG
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ORD
1 stop31h 50m
GOL
Deal found 2/2$545
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/262:51 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop16h 24m
American Airlines
Fri 3/138:45 pm
GIG
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ORD
2 stops17h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$546
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/22:12 pm
ORD
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GIG
1 stop17h 03m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 3/97:15 am
GIG
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ORD
2 stops18h 39m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$547

Find flight deals from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$527
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$262
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$870
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

2:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop31h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/24

1:35 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$533

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

2:12 pm-10:15 am

1 stop17h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

7:15 am-11:54 pm

2 stops18h 39m

$547

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

5:50 pm-9:15 am

1 stop13h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/17

9:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop14h 30m

$549

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

10:35 am-9:35 am

1 stop20h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

8:55 pm-10:07 am

1 stop15h 12m

$552

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

4:10 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/10

10:55 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$552

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

12:45 pm-9:35 am

1 stop18h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

8:55 pm-11:10 am

1 stop16h 15m

$552

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

10:49 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 31m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

10:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$552

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/18

10:45 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

9:30 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop21h 52m

$602

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/2

10:49 am-6:25 am

2 stops16h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

9:30 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop16h 32m

$602

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/17

9:30 pm-9:56 am

1 stop14h 26m

$602

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

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 Chicago to Rio de Janeiro in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 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 Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro (average of $273). Flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro in June is currently the most expensive (average of $712). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Bogotá (BOG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $820.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 23m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 62% of weekly flights between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 67% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,138 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
1,918 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
7.5
Good
1,559 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
1,165 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,497 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro can take about 17h 03m. LATAM Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $547. Airlines will cover a distance of 5303 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    According to our current data, LATAM Airlines ($268), Delta ($299), and Copa Airlines ($353) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. LATAM Airlines is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont and Chicago Midway - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro 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 Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro (average of $273). Flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro in June is currently the most expensive (average of $712). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$268Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$353Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$378Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$501Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$619Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$666Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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