Rio de Janeiro

$328+ 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — RIO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$796
(Avianca Connect)

One-way from

$328
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,208
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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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 June 12, 2025.

This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:35 amMSY - GIG
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/121:30 amGIG - MSY
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$796
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/228:19 pmMSY - SDU
2 stops24h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/277:55 amSDU - MSY
3 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$835
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 10/137:00 amMSY - GIG
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/229:05 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop18h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$990
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/113:25 pmMSY - GIG
2 stops19h 45mLATAM Airlines
Wed 10/227:00 amGIG - MSY
2 stops18h 07mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,031
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Wed 10/111:55 amMSY - SDU
2 stops24h 25mAir Canada
Tue 10/711:25 amSDU - MSY
2 stops25h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,039
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/55:18 pmMSY - SDU
2 stops15h 22mGOL
Sat 9/135:40 pmSDU - MSY
2 stops29h 40mGOL
Deal found 6/10$1,056
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/55:18 pmMSY - GIG
1 stop13h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1311:00 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop13h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,070
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Wed 10/15:18 pmMSY - GIG
2 stops14h 52mGOL
Tue 10/711:00 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop12h 42mGOL
Deal found 6/11$1,136
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Tue 7/295:41 pmMSY - SDU
2 stops18h 19mLATAM Airlines
Tue 8/128:20 pmSDU - MSY
2 stops24h 26mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,161
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Mon 6/1612:37 pmMSY - GIG
1 stop19h 38mDelta
Mon 6/239:00 pmGIG - MSY
1 stop23h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,220
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Tue 7/292:18 pmMSY - SDU
2 stops22h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1211:25 amSDU - MSY
3 stops34h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,220

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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Rio de Janeiro

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New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/5

8:35 am-6:20 am

2 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/12

1:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$796

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/22

8:19 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops24h 06m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 7/27

7:55 am-7:15 pm

3 stops37h 20m

$835

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/13

7:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop23h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/22

9:05 pm-1:11 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$990

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/11

3:25 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-11:07 pm

2 stops18h 07m

$1,031

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/1

11:55 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 10/7

11:25 am-11:02 am

2 stops25h 37m

$1,039

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/5

5:18 pm-10:40 am

2 stops15h 22m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 9/13

5:40 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,056

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/5

5:18 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 9/13

11:00 pm-10:41 am

1 stop13h 41m

$1,070

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/1

5:18 pm-10:10 am

2 stops14h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/7

11:00 pm-9:42 am

1 stop12h 42m

$1,136

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/29

5:41 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops18h 19m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 8/12

8:20 pm-6:46 pm

2 stops24h 26m

$1,161

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/29

2:18 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops22h 02m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 8/12

11:25 am-8:17 pm

3 stops34h 52m

$1,220

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro

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

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 June 12, 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.

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about Delta, LATAM Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $990. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by LATAM Airlines and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $1,031 and $1,039, respectively.

  • 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 $524. However, be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines and Delta, 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$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$698Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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