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$230+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIO
mai 9 — mai 161
sáb 5/9
sáb 5/16
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 9, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 9/1712:00 pm
EWR
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GIG
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
seg 9/218:50 pm
GIG
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EWR
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$573
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 9/1712:00 pm
EWR
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SDU
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
seg 9/211:45 pm
SDU
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EWR
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$586
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 8/206:50 am
IAD
-
GIG
1 stop22h 25m
GOL
qui 8/277:20 am
GIG
-
IAD
1 stop23h 00m
GOL
Deal found 4/7$596
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
ter 8/1812:00 pm
EWR
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GIG
3 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
qua 8/264:55 pm
GIG
-
EWR
3 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$599
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 6/49:45 am
MIA
-
GIG
1 stop24h 00m
GOL
sex 6/510:45 pm
GIG
-
MIA
1 stop21h 15m
GOL
Deal found 4/4$606
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
seg 5/116:53 pm
MIA
-
GIG
2 stops18h 17m
Multiple Airlines
qui 5/218:15 pm
GIG
-
MIA
2 stops20h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$608
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 8/251:55 pm
MIA
-
GIG
3 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
dom 8/3012:05 pm
GIG
-
MIA
2 stops30h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$610
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 8/55:18 pm
MIA
-
GIG
3 stops37h 27m
Multiple Airlines
ter 8/1110:30 pm
GIG
-
MIA
3 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$612
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
qua 6/1710:35 pm
MIA
-
GIG
1 stop13h 15m
GOL
qui 6/1810:35 pm
GIG
-
MIA
1 stop21h 25m
GOL
Deal found 4/8$613
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 6/46:28 pm
MIA
-
GIG
2 stops38h 57m
Multiple Airlines
ter 6/98:50 pm
GIG
-
MIA
2 stops28h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$614
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
qua 5/205:18 pm
MIA
-
GIG
2 stops25h 47m
Multiple Airlines
qua 5/275:20 am
GIG
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MIA
3 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$618
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
dom 5/316:50 am
IAD
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GIG
1 stop16h 40m
Avianca
dom 6/74:40 pm
GIG
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IAD
1 stop13h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 4/8$620

Find flight deals from USA to Rio de Janeiro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Data was last updated abril 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$573
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$230
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$947

Good round-trip deal

$753 or less

Good one-way deal

$507 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 abril 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 7/1

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sex 7/31

4:40 pm-5:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

$629

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ter 6/2

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

ter 6/16

7:20 am-5:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

$629

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

seg 5/25

2:21 am-12:25 am

1 stop21h 04m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

qui 6/4

5:10 am-4:21 am

1 stop24h 11m

$632

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 5/20

3:08 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 22m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

seg 5/25

1:40 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops30h 13m

$644

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 5/20

3:08 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 22m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

ter 5/26

7:00 am-12:51 am

2 stops18h 51m

$644

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb 5/16

12:45 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

qua 5/27

7:00 am-12:51 am

2 stops18h 51m

$644

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

seg 5/11

7:38 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops19h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

seg 5/25

6:30 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$651

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qui 6/18

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

seg 6/22

4:40 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$664

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sex 6/26

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

seg 6/29

7:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$668

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

seg 6/1

4:38 pm-12:30 am

1 stop30h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sex 6/12

10:20 am-12:33 am

1 stop15h 13m

$692

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Rio de Janeiro

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Rio de Janeiro (average of $260). Flying from USA to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $602). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 abril 9, 2026.

When flying from USA to Rio de Janeiro, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from the United States to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 67% of weekly flights between United States and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 195 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 70% of flights being delayed.

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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 abril 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Copa Airlines, andLATAM Airlines from the United States 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
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,392 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.5
Good
1,575 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.4
Good
1,909 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,199 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.1
Good
11,559 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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 USA 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.

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

    GOL, Copa Airlines, and Delta can get you from USA to Rio de Janeiro in just under 16h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 42m. USA and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 4803 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for GOL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $192. Users have also found prices from $210 and $231 on Azul and Copa Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Rio de Janeiro?

    While some choose either Miami - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Newark - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is the most popular route from USA to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Rio de Janeiro (average of $260). Flying from USA to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $602). 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 8 airlines flying from USA to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 abril 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$260Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$284Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$288Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$415Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$447Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$565Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$592Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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