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RDU — RIO
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest American Airlines flights from USA to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable American Airlines flight options available from USA to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Sat 8/2212:25 pm
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Wed 8/2610:10 pm
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Deal found 7/22$524
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Tue 8/253:05 pm
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1 stop25h 05m
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Deal found 7/24$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
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Flights to Rio de Janeiro with American Airlines at a glance

Find detailed information about American Airlines flights from USA to Rio de Janeiro. Explore the options provided by American Airlines to plan your journey from USA to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,034

Round-trip from

$507

One-way from

$283
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  • 9/9-9/15
  • 4 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
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  • 19h 53m total
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How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro with American Airlines?

On average, American Airlines flights from the United States to Rio de Janeiro take 10 hours 1 minute. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other popular cities in the United States will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

American Airlines weekly flight availability to Rio de Janeiro

The most flights to Rio de Janeiro operated by American Airlines are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

When is the best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro with American Airlines?

The best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro with American Airlines is 11 days before departure. On average, fares are higher if you book 26 days before departure.

FAQs about flights to Rio de Janeiro with American Airlines

  • Which airport do American Airlines flights arrive at when travelling to Rio de Janeiro?

    American Airlines flights on this route tend to land at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • Is American Airlines the cheapest airline for a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flight prices will depend on many factors like date, time and cabin class so it is worth comparing flights before booking. Based on Cheapflights data the cheapest average return price for flights to Rio de Janeiro tends to be with Azul.

  • Are there alternative airlines other than American Airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    LATAM Airlines, GOL and Delta all fly to Rio de Janeiro and offer an alternative to American Airlines.

  • How much is a flight to Rio de Janeiro with American Airlines?

    The average price for a return flight with American Airlines is $1,191; with a one-way flight around $558.

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Overview

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

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