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$534+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 12/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — RIO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$616
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,378
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/187:02 amDTW - GIG
2 stops21h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/259:45 amGIG - DTW
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$616
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/187:02 amDTW - SDU
3 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/256:10 amSDU - DTW
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$621
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/266:00 amDTW - GIG
2 stops25h 00mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/29:59 amGIG - DTW
2 stops24h 58mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/28$933
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/184:10 pmDTW - SDU
2 stops21h 10mAir Canada
Thu 9/257:55 amSDU - DTW
2 stops38h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$937
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/44:10 pmDTW - GIG
2 stops21h 55mAir Canada
Thu 9/113:55 pmGIG - DTW
2 stops30h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$983
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/194:07 pmDTW - GIG
2 stops21h 58mGOL
Tue 8/266:05 amGIG - DTW
2 stops18h 30mGOL
Deal found 7/29$1,089
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/188:15 amDTW - GIG
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/19:05 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop20h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,099
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:10 pmDTW - SDU
2 stops22h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/72:55 pmSDU - DTW
2 stops24h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,115
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 11/76:00 amDTW - GIG
1 stop22h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/711:55 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop18h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,140
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/12:40 pmDTW - GIG
1 stop18h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 10/113:25 pmGIG - DTW
2 stops21h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,155
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 12/311:19 pmDTW - GIG
1 stop17h 01mDelta
Thu 1/85:40 pmGIG - DTW
2 stops19h 24mDelta
Deal found 7/30$1,225
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 10/171:31 pmDTW - SDU
2 stops23h 19mLATAM Airlines
Sat 10/258:20 pmSDU - DTW
2 stops16h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,370

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

7:02 am-5:30 am

2 stops21h 28m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/25

9:45 am-8:40 am

2 stops23h 55m

$616

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

7:02 am-9:15 am

3 stops25h 13m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 9/25

6:10 am-8:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

$621

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-8:00 am

2 stops25h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/2

9:59 am-9:57 am

2 stops24h 58m

$933

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

4:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 9/25

7:55 am-9:29 pm

2 stops38h 34m

$937

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/4

4:10 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/11

3:55 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops30h 34m

$983

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

4:07 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops21h 58m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 8/26

6:05 am-11:35 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$1,089

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

8:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/1

9:05 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$1,099

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

2:40 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 10/11

3:25 pm-11:30 am

2 stops21h 05m

$1,155

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/17

1:31 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 19m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 10/25

8:20 pm-11:30 am

2 stops16h 10m

$1,370

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/29

9:12 am-2:20 pm

2 stops27h 08m

$534

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
1,822 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
1,493 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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!
GOL
7.3
Good
1,091 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 Detroit to Rio de Janeiro?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. 2 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rio de Janeiro on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rio de Janeiro should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from $918. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are GOL, from $1,066, and United Airlines, from $1,080. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro are GOL ($656), American Airlines ($698), and Delta ($1,208).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,034Average$1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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