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$333+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

WAS — RIO
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Sat 12/5
Sat 12/12
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro

Sat 11/285:50 am -
1 stop31h 55m
Wed 12/99:45 pm -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 11/2$726
Fri 11/64:25 pm -
2 stops30h 05m
Sat 11/144:50 pm -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 10/31$727
Thu 11/265:50 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Wed 12/99:45 pm -
2 stops17h 25m
Deal found 11/1$730
Thu 11/192:30 pm -
2 stops38h 40m
Tue 11/244:50 pm -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 11/2$732
Tue 11/242:30 pm -
1 stop23h 15m
Wed 12/94:50 pm -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 10/31$733
Thu 11/122:30 pm -
1 stop23h 15m
Mon 11/167:55 am -
2 stops31h 15m
Deal found 10/31$737
Wed 11/252:30 pm -
2 stops38h 05m
Sun 12/69:45 pm -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 10/31$738
Sun 11/85:50 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Sat 11/144:50 pm -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 11/1$741
Wed 11/252:30 pm -
1 stop23h 15m
Wed 12/94:50 pm -
2 stops24h 05m
Deal found 10/31$745
Sat 11/75:50 am -
1 stop31h 55m
Tue 11/174:50 pm -
2 stops26h 25m
Deal found 11/3$746
Sun 12/612:39 pm -
1 stop19h 36m
Mon 2/2210:55 pm -
1 stop13h 29m
Deal found 10/31$771
Tue 11/176:30 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Fri 11/204:10 am -
2 stops18h 26m
Deal found 11/3$777

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$724
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$333
(Expedia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$751
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/20

6:37 am-7:00 am

3 stops46h 23m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$383

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/17

8:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$384

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/17

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$384

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/23

3:37 pm-12:30 am

1 stop30h 53m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/24

1:19 am-4:00 am

1 stop24h 41m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/22

3:36 pm-8:00 am

1 stop14h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/10

10:57 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop21h 53m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/18

1:19 am-1:25 am

1 stop22h 06m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/12

3:37 pm-8:00 am

1 stop14h 23m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$386

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/15

5:08 pm-9:50 am

1 stop14h 42m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$388

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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 November.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro (average of $682). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $922). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between $654 and $873 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $724 on Avianca (Jan 18-Feb 21).

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

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% 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?

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?

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?

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 53 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines,LATAM Airlines, andGOL 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
1,552 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,552 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,552 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,971 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,552 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,333 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,552 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,462 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,552 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,228 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,552 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

    Airlines like Copa Airlines, GOL, and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in about 21h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 35m. 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 $258, 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 LATAM Airlines. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro for 66% 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 ($306), 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, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl and Baltimore/Washington - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro (average of $682). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $922). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$270Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$327Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$340Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$579Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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