Rio de Janeiro

$537+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$582
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$537
(KAYAK)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,245
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($207 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/185:20 amMSY - SDU
3 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/111:25 amSDU - MSY
3 stops34h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$582
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/185:20 amMSY - GIG
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/2610:35 pmGIG - MSY
3 stops26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$595
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.
lun. 9/811:55 amMSY - GIG
2 stops24h 00mAir Canada
mar. 9/162:45 pmGIG - MSY
2 stops22h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$799
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.
mié. 9/1011:55 amMSY - SDU
2 stops24h 25mAir Canada
mar. 9/1611:25 amSDU - MSY
2 stops25h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$804
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.
lun. 10/134:52 pmMSY - GIG
1 stop15h 23mLATAM Airlines
mié. 10/227:00 amGIG - MSY
2 stops18h 01mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$983
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/136:38 pmMSY - GIG
1 stop11h 42mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/2211:00 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop20h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$990
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jue. 9/115:18 pmMSY - GIG
2 stops14h 52mGOL
jue. 9/186:05 amGIG - MSY
2 stops17h 15mGOL
Deal found 7/29$1,039
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jue. 9/115:18 pmMSY - SDU
2 stops21h 32mGOL
jue. 9/186:20 amSDU - MSY
2 stops17h 00mGOL
Deal found 7/29$1,043
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lun. 9/85:15 pmMSY - GIG
1 stop13h 00mUnited Airlines
mié. 9/179:05 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop18h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,065
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mar. 9/93:06 pmMSY - GIG
2 stops16h 29mDelta
mar. 9/169:00 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/29$1,145
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mar. 9/95:03 pmMSY - SDU
2 stops18h 57mLATAM Airlines
dom. 9/215:40 pmSDU - MSY
2 stops26h 17mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,210

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 julio 30, 2025.
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New Orleans

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/18

5:20 am-8:35 am

3 stops25h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mié. 10/1

11:25 am-7:44 pm

3 stops34h 19m

$582

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/18

5:20 am-5:30 am

2 stops22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 9/26

10:35 pm-10:43 pm

3 stops26h 08m

$595

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 9/8

11:55 am-1:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 9/16

2:45 pm-11:02 am

2 stops22h 17m

$799

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 9/10

11:55 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mar. 9/16

11:25 am-11:02 am

2 stops25h 37m

$804

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 10/13

4:52 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 23m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 10/22

7:00 am-11:01 pm

2 stops18h 01m

$983

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 10/13

6:38 pm-8:20 am

1 stop11h 42m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 10/22

11:00 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop20h 48m

$990

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/11

5:18 pm-10:10 am

2 stops14h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 9/18

6:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$1,039

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/11

5:18 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops21h 32m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

jue. 9/18

6:20 am-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$1,043

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 9/8

5:15 pm-8:15 am

1 stop13h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 9/17

9:05 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$1,065

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 9/9

3:06 pm-9:35 am

2 stops16h 29m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 9/16

9:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 40m

$1,145

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 julio 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans 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.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Rio de Janeiro. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $799. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by LATAM Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $983 and $990, respectively. Users have found that Air Canada is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is GOL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $537. However, be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$519Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$698Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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