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$306+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — RIO
Aug 17 — Aug 241
Mon 8/17
Mon 8/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 18, 2026.

This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:20 pm
BWI
-
GIG
2 stops21h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 9/57:10 am
GIG
-
BWI
2 stops27h 48m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/13$655
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/97:45 pm
DCA
-
GIG
1 stop13h 30m
Delta
Tue 8/259:00 pm
GIG
-
DCA
1 stop18h 53m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$655
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/95:47 pm
IAD
-
GIG
1 stop15h 28m
Delta
Tue 8/259:00 pm
GIG
-
IAD
1 stop15h 33m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$655
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/13:43 pm
BWI
-
GIG
1 stop14h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/1410:55 pm
GIG
-
BWI
2 stops21h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$657
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sun 11/812:02 pm
BWI
-
GIG
1 stop16h 13m
American Airlines
Fri 11/1311:55 pm
GIG
-
BWI
2 stops15h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/18$659
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/111:45 pm
DCA
-
GIG
2 stops14h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 11/1711:55 pm
GIG
-
DCA
1 stop14h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$659
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/85:06 pm
BWI
-
GIG
1 stop14h 19m
GOL
Fri 11/132:50 pm
GIG
-
BWI
2 stops25h 40m
GOL
Deal found 7/14$662
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/115:14 pm
DCA
-
GIG
1 stop14h 11m
GOL
Wed 11/188:50 pm
GIG
-
DCA
2 stops22h 10m
GOL
Deal found 7/14$662
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Wed 9/212:29 pm
IAD
-
GIG
2 stops31h 26m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 9/105:35 pm
GIG
-
IAD
2 stops18h 56m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/17$662
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Wed 8/122:25 am
IAD
-
GIG
1 stop21h 00m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/245:10 am
GIG
-
IAD
1 stop20h 23m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/16$663
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Wed 10/285:00 am
DCA
-
GIG
1 stop24h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 11/211:55 pm
GIG
-
DCA
1 stop12h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/18$664
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Fri 8/2812:57 pm
IAD
-
GIG
1 stop18h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 9/109:05 pm
GIG
-
IAD
1 stop28h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/17$664

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 July 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$655
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$306
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$893
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

DCA - GIG

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/9

7:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop13h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 8/25

9:00 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop18h 53m

$655

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/9

5:47 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 28m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 8/25

9:00 pm-11:33 am

1 stop15h 33m

$655

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/8

4:34 pm-12:25 am

1 stop30h 51m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/12

1:30 am-12:32 am

1 stop24h 02m

$663

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/26

4:34 pm-12:25 am

1 stop30h 51m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/9

10:30 am-3:04 pm

1 stop29h 34m

$663

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/8

2:25 am-12:25 am

1 stop21h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/12

5:10 am-12:32 am

1 stop20h 22m

$663

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/26

3:04 pm-8:15 am

1 stop16h 11m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/2

9:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop15h 40m

$705

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/25

1:15 pm-8:15 am

1 stop18h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/2

9:05 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop20h 23m

$705

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/13

4:34 pm-12:25 am

1 stop30h 51m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/24

5:10 am-4:21 am

1 stop24h 11m

$713

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/26

3:35 pm-12:30 am

1 stop31h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/6

1:35 am-2:15 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$729

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/26

12:03 pm-6:15 am

2 stops17h 12m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/2

7:10 am-10:57 am

2 stops28h 47m

$738

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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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in July.
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
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro (average of $593). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

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

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. 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 $490.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. 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 21m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. 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 1h 25m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro is 14 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.

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 July 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,959 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,006 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
GOL
7.3
Good
1,258 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,828 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

    Airlines like Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in about 13h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 21m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro is about 4785 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 flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Delta, at $265, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Avianca and Copa Airlines. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro are GOL ($280), Copa Airlines ($305), and LATAM Airlines ($314).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Baltimore/Washington - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro (average of $593). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$270Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$340Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$499Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$563Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$568Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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