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$950+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RIO
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$950
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,090
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($286 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/278:00 pm
CMH
-
GIG
2 stops34h 00m
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/610:10 am
GIG
-
CMH
2 stops25h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/13$950
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 3/115:45 am
CMH
-
GIG
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/201:45 am
GIG
-
CMH
2 stops22h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$997
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/35:45 am
CMH
-
GIG
3 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/75:40 am
GIG
-
CMH
3 stops19h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,029
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Mon 5/187:15 am
CMH
-
GIG
2 stops21h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 5/267:00 am
GIG
-
CMH
2 stops17h 58m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,053
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 2/275:45 am
CMH
-
GIG
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/69:00 pm
GIG
-
CMH
1 stop25h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,058
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 5/186:11 pm
CMH
-
GIG
1 stop13h 09m
American Airlines
Tue 5/2610:10 pm
GIG
-
CMH
1 stop16h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,061
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/16:15 am
CMH
-
GIG
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/71:45 am
GIG
-
CMH
2 stops23h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,065
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 5/186:25 am
CMH
-
GIG
3 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/268:50 pm
GIG
-
CMH
2 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,117
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Thu 10/223:50 pm
CMH
-
SDU
2 stops20h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 10/278:15 pm
SDU
-
CMH
2 stops16h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,164
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 3/59:30 am
CMH
-
SDU
2 stops29h 10m
Air Canada
Mon 3/91:45 pm
SDU
-
CMH
2 stops32h 11m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/12$1,225
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 2/276:03 pm
CMH
-
SDU
2 stops17h 12m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 3/68:05 pm
SDU
-
CMH
2 stops17h 54m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,337
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Mon 5/185:30 pm
CMH
-
SDU
2 stops18h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 5/265:45 pm
SDU
-
CMH
2 stops18h 56m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,355

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Fri 2/27

8:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops34h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/6

10:10 am-9:39 am

2 stops25h 29m

$950

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Wed 3/11

5:45 am-6:25 am

2 stops23h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/20

1:45 am-10:49 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$997

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Tue 2/3

5:45 am-12:20 am

3 stops40h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/7

5:40 am-11:27 pm

3 stops19h 47m

$1,029

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Mon 5/18

7:15 am-6:05 am

2 stops21h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/26

7:00 am-11:58 pm

2 stops17h 58m

$1,053

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Fri 2/27

5:45 am-12:40 am

2 stops16h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/6

9:00 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop25h 56m

$1,058

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Mon 5/18

6:11 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/26

10:10 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop16h 19m

$1,061

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sun 3/1

6:15 am-6:25 am

2 stops22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/7

1:45 am-10:53 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$1,065

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Mon 5/18

6:25 am-6:05 am

3 stops22h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/26

8:50 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops43h 15m

$1,117

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - SDU

CMHSDU

Columbus

Thu 3/5

9:30 am-4:40 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/9

1:45 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$1,225

ColumbusRio de Janeiro

CMH - SDU

CMHSDU

Columbus

Fri 2/27

6:03 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops17h 12m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 3/6

8:05 pm-11:59 am

2 stops17h 54m

$1,337

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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 Columbus to Rio de Janeiro in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Columbus Airport-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Columbus Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 January 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,048 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    A quick flight from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro can take about 21h 50m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,053. There are 5031 mi between Columbus Airport and Rio de Janeiro. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

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