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$449+ 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — RIO
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Wed 9/2
Wed 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 August 3, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1011:30 am
MSY
-
GIG
1 stop21h 35m
Air Canada
Mon 11/165:05 pm
GIG
-
MSY
2 stops20h 18m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/2$992
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/511:30 am
MSY
-
GIG
1 stop21h 35m
Air Canada
Fri 12/119:00 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop16h 23m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/30$1,011
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/511:30 am
MSY
-
GIG
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/119:00 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop16h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,014
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Mon 9/1410:07 am
MSY
-
GIG
1 stop20h 13m
American Airlines
Mon 9/2110:10 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop13h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,043
This LATAM 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/247:23 pm
MSY
-
GIG
2 stops21h 12m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 9/307:05 am
GIG
-
MSY
2 stops18h 32m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,044
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 11/106:02 pm
MSY
-
GIG
2 stops19h 28m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 11/1610:55 pm
GIG
-
MSY
2 stops21h 02m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/2$1,046
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.
Sun 12/66:55 pm
MSY
-
GIG
1 stop35h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 12/169:55 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop18h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,050
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Tue 12/297:18 pm
MSY
-
GIG
1 stop35h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 3/19:55 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,057
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:47 pm
MSY
-
GIG
2 stops27h 48m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 9/89:00 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop16h 43m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,061
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/511:30 am
MSY
-
SDU
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/111:45 pm
SDU
-
MSY
2 stops23h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,064
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/127:22 pm
MSY
-
GIG
1 stop12h 53m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 10/305:30 pm
GIG
-
MSY
2 stops25h 27m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,066
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/56:00 pm
MSY
-
GIG
2 stops60h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 12/109:55 pm
GIG
-
MSY
1 stop15h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,068

Find 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 August 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$992
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$449
(Kiwi.com)

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($687 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 August 3, 2026.
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 OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/21

7:10 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/28

9:05 pm-8:06 am

1 stop14h 01m

$1,032

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/21

5:40 pm-10:15 am

1 stop13h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/28

9:05 pm-8:06 am

1 stop14h 01m

$1,043

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/10

9:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop21h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/16

9:55 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$1,043

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

7:23 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/21

11:10 am-8:00 am

2 stops22h 50m

$1,044

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/6

6:55 pm-9:35 am

1 stop35h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/16

9:55 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop18h 17m

$1,050

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/5

11:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 12/11

1:45 pm-10:23 am

2 stops23h 38m

$1,064

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/29

6:03 pm-9:35 am

2 stops36h 32m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/1

9:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,090

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/5

6:00 pm-9:35 am

2 stops60h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/10

9:55 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops26h 32m

$1,118

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - GIG

MSYGIG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/1

11:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 12/4

9:00 pm-10:23 am

1 stop16h 23m

$1,124

New OrleansRio de Janeiro

MSY - SDU

MSYSDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/12

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 10/30

6:00 am-10:18 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$1,171

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 month to book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,140). Flying from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,771). 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.

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 August 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American 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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Linda,Jul 2026

ROA - CLT

Very helpful and friendly people who pushed me where I needed to go
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Linda,Jul 2026

ROA - CLT

Very helpful and friendly people who pushed me where I needed to go

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 1 airline has 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.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro?

    A quick flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro can take about 12h 05m. LATAM Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,032. New Orleans and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 4797 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $1,011. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,140). Flying from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,771). 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 airline flying from New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top airline that operate flights from New Orleans 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 August 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,011Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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