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$316+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — RIO
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

Cheapest flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1111:39 am
IAH
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SDU
3 stops27h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/251:45 pm
SDU
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IAH
3 stops25h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$682
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 4/2711:39 am
IAH
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GIG
3 stops30h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/74:40 pm
GIG
-
IAH
3 stops31h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$699
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 4/2711:39 am
IAH
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SDU
3 stops27h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/71:45 pm
SDU
-
IAH
3 stops35h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$729
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Wed 5/611:39 am
IAH
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GIG
2 stops34h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/131:35 am
GIG
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IAH
3 stops22h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$746
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/610:10 am
IAH
-
SDU
3 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/271:45 pm
SDU
-
IAH
3 stops30h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$764
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/711:15 am
IAH
-
GIG
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/127:20 am
GIG
-
IAH
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$792
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Mon 5/45:45 am
IAH
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GIG
3 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/104:40 pm
GIG
-
IAH
3 stops31h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$795
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 5/510:10 am
IAH
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GIG
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/197:20 am
GIG
-
IAH
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$803
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sat 4/181:58 pm
IAH
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GIG
2 stops32h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/257:20 am
GIG
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IAH
3 stops29h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$813
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/32:29 pm
IAH
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GIG
2 stops32h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/104:40 pm
GIG
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IAH
3 stops31h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$815
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/72:29 pm
IAH
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GIG
2 stops23h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/104:40 pm
GIG
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IAH
3 stops31h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$818
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/152:00 pm
IAH
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GIG
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/224:40 pm
GIG
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IAH
2 stops29h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$822

Find flight deals from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 March 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$682
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$316
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,197
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/24

11:59 am-4:05 am

1 stop14h 06m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 7/31

1:30 am-8:04 pm

1 stop20h 34m

$1,130

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop26h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

9:00 pm-9:32 am

1 stop14h 32m

$1,171
Quickest round-trip

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/14

7:55 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/22

9:05 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop10h 30m

$1,177

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/14

10:03 am-7:55 am

1 stop19h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/21

1:30 am-2:17 pm

1 stop14h 47m

$1,180

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/14

1:08 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 12m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/22

10:10 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$1,188

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/11

1:06 pm-10:15 am

1 stop19h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/25

9:00 pm-9:32 am

1 stop14h 32m

$1,192

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/11

5:55 am-10:15 am

1 stop26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/25

9:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop28h 54m

$1,234

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/14

10:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/22

9:00 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop21h 23m

$1,242

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

4:50 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 6/25

11:25 am-10:45 am

2 stops25h 20m

$1,298

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/29

8:00 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop10h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/11

9:05 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop10h 35m

$1,302

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

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro (average of $786). Flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,322). 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 HOU to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 March 20, 2026.

When flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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 March 20, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston to Rio de Janeiro?

    Departing from Houston to Rio de Janeiro will take you 10h 20m. The distance between Houston and Rio de Janeiro is about 5022 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($749), and United Airlines ($1,004) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Rio de Janeiro. Users have found that American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The most popular route from Houston to Rio de Janeiro is Houston Hobby - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You may also consider Houston George Bush Intcntl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Houston Hobby - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro (average of $786). Flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,322). 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 Houston to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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