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$367+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — RIO
janv. 27 — févr. 31
mar. 1/27
mar. 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on décembre 28, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
sam. 12/2711:21 amRDU - GIG
2 stops17h 49mLATAM Airlines
mer. 12/319:30 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop16h 26mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/26$791
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
mer. 12/3111:30 amRDU - GIG
2 stops16h 55mLATAM Airlines
mar. 1/135:05 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops23h 17mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/27$797
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
sam. 12/276:10 amRDU - GIG
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
mer. 12/319:55 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop15h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$821
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
mer. 12/316:00 amRDU - GIG
2 stops22h 25mLATAM Airlines
mer. 1/1412:05 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops24h 13mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/26$895
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
mer. 12/313:25 pmRDU - SDU
2 stops19h 50mLATAM Airlines
mer. 1/148:05 pmSDU - RDU
2 stops18h 19mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,002
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
sam. 12/275:13 pmRDU - SDU
2 stops18h 02mLATAM Airlines
mer. 12/318:05 pmSDU - RDU
2 stops18h 21mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,013
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
mer. 12/3112:09 pmRDU - GIG
1 stop19h 26mUnited Airlines
mer. 1/149:55 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop16h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,115
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
mer. 12/3111:30 amRDU - GIG
1 stop18h 50mDelta
mar. 1/1310:55 pmGIG - RDU
1 stop17h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/26$1,166
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
mer. 12/315:05 amRDU - SDU
2 stops15h 20mGOL
mar. 1/136:00 amSDU - RDU
2 stops17h 39mGOL
Deal found 12/26$1,213
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/307:57 pmRDU - GIG
2 stops45h 13mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/62:00 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,250
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/3011:43 amRDU - GIG
1 stop19h 42mGOL
ven. 1/29:30 pmGIG - RDU
2 stops29h 03mGOL
Deal found 12/27$1,328
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/297:57 pmRDU - SDU
2 stops24h 28mGOL
ven. 1/25:40 pmSDU - RDU
2 stops20h 00mGOL
Deal found 12/25$1,901

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 décembre 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$486
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$367
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$674
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 décembre 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 2/19

8:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer. 3/4

9:30 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$491

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 3/2

5:54 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops20h 56m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer. 3/4

9:30 pm-11:28 am

1 stop15h 58m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 3/2

9:59 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer. 3/4

9:30 pm-9:55 am

1 stop14h 25m

$500

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 3/2

3:00 pm-10:15 am

2 stops17h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer. 3/4

11:00 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops15h 20m

$505

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - SDU

RDUSDU

Raleigh-Durham

mer. 3/25

6:59 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops17h 16m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

lun. 3/30

8:20 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$517

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

ven. 3/13

10:11 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sam. 3/28

9:30 pm-10:14 am

1 stop13h 44m

$558

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

sam. 1/24

11:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops17h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sam. 1/31

9:30 pm-8:52 am

1 stop13h 22m

$560

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

dim. 2/8

11:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops17h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jeu. 2/12

9:30 pm-8:54 am

1 stop13h 24m

$560

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

jeu. 1/22

12:12 pm-8:20 am

1 stop18h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mer. 1/28

9:30 pm-11:07 am

1 stop15h 37m

$560

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

dim. 1/25

6:59 pm-10:15 am

1 stop13h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sam. 2/7

5:40 pm-11:07 am

2 stops19h 27m

$560

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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 Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro in December.
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
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro is 18 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro (average of $476). Flying from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $665). 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’s the top layover airport for flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

New York (JFK) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $586.

What’s the fastest layover option from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 29m.

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 décembre 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from Raleigh 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,896 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,139 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,069 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Raleigh. Booking flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Rio de Janeiro should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro from 5 different airlines.

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

    Delta, LATAM Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro in just under 17h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. The distance from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro is about 4670 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from $447. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from $467, and American Airlines, from $500. GOL is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro (average of $476). Flying from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $665). 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 5 airlines flying from Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 décembre 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$467Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$500Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$540Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$556Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$558Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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