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$299+ Cheap flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro (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 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — RIO
Oct 28 — Nov 41
Mon 10/28
Mon 11/4
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The best prices from Houston to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in March or August, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 October 23, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$654
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One-way from

$299
(Mytrip)
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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 October 23, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/138:22 pmIAH - GIG
3 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/247:20 amGIG - IAH
2 stops31h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$654
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/205:13 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops58h 57mAeromexico
Wed 11/277:35 pmGIG - IAH
2 stops47h 04mAeromexico
Deal found 10/22$937
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/256:45 pmIAH - SDU
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/307:40 pmSDU - IAH
3 stops31h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,176
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/207:20 amIAH - SDU
2 stops33h 50mAir Canada
Wed 11/275:45 pmSDU - IAH
2 stops31h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 10/22$1,182
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Tue 11/264:05 pmIAH - SDU
2 stops15h 40mGOL
Sun 12/18:30 pmSDU - IAH
2 stops29h 32mGOL
Deal found 10/23$1,233
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Tue 11/2612:25 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops18h 00mAzul
Sun 12/15:50 amGIG - IAH
2 stops18h 00mAzul
Deal found 10/23$1,255
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/131:00 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops32h 40mAvianca
Sat 11/231:45 amGIG - IAH
2 stops36h 25mAvianca
Deal found 10/22$1,315
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 11/134:12 pmIAH - GIG
2 stops36h 38mGOL
Sun 11/242:35 pmGIG - IAH
2 stops35h 27mGOL
Deal found 10/21$1,316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 12/127:05 amIAH - GIG
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Wed 12/2510:55 pmGIG - IAH
1 stop18h 22mDelta
Deal found 10/22$1,406
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/129:38 amIAH - GIG
2 stops17h 57mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/259:25 pmGIG - IAH
1 stop14h 03mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,425
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1212:21 pmHOU - GIG
1 stop16h 59mBritish Airways
Wed 12/2510:30 pmGIG - HOU
1 stop16h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/22$1,461
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/1212:02 pmIAH - GIG
1 stop17h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2510:30 pmGIG - IAH
1 stop21h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,468

Find flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

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 2,464,459 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2024.

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Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/13

3 stops35h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/24

2 stops31h 11m

$654

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/15

2 stops18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/3

2 stops22h 36m

$899

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/20

2 stops58h 57m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/27

2 stops47h 04m

$937

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/15

2 stops32h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/2

2 stops36h 25m

$1,053

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/18

2 stops22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/5

2 stops20h 29m

$1,137

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/20

2 stops33h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 11/27

2 stops31h 33m

$1,182

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/17

Nonstop10h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/4

Nonstop10h 40m

$1,403

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/12

1 stop22h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/25

1 stop18h 22m

$1,406

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/8

2 stops20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/15

1 stop14h 19m

$1,418

Houston HobbyRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/8

1 stop17h 06m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/15

1 stop22h 25m

$1,456

Houston HobbyRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/12

1 stop16h 59m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/25

1 stop16h 24m

$1,461

Houston George Bush IntcntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/8

1 stop12h 59m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/14

1 stop13h 49m

$1,683

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Deals found on 10/21

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

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on October 18, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 35 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,078). 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 October 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Rio de Janeiro is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 October 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and LATAM Airlines from Houston to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,885 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,917 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,991 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,042 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
845 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

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.

  • Can I find flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $654, but on average you can expect to pay $1,260.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro under $1,500. A good price for a nonstop flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro is less than $1,404.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Houston to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,000?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    According to our current data, GOL ($899), Aeromexico ($937), and Avianca ($1,053) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Rio de Janeiro. Users have found that GOL is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with GOL, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $359. Azul flights start at $442 while deals on Aeromexico start at $460 one-way.

  • 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.

  • What does HOU to GIG mean?

    This is defined as Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG). Codes like Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH), College Station Easterwood Field Airport (CLL), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (BPT) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Houston to Rio de Janeiro flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Houston to Rio de Janeiro flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Houston to Rio de Janeiro flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Houston to Rio de Janeiro flight deals updated?

    The Houston to Rio de Janeiro flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/23.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,078). 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 3 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 2,464,459 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AzulCheapest$786Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,349Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,378Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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