Cheap Flights to Rio de Janeiro in 2026
Economy flights to Rio de Janeiro typically range from $300 to $1,400 round-trip, depending on your departure city and travel dates. Top carriers serving this route include LATAM Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines. The best months to find cheap fares are generally outside the peak season (December to February (Brazilian summer and Carnival season)).
Price Overview from Major US Cities
New York → GIG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,200+.
9 hr 45 min (Direct)View Route
Los Angeles → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
14 hr 30 min (1 Stop typical)View Route
Chicago → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
12 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Miami → GIG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900+.
9 hr 45 min (Direct)View Route
San Francisco → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
14 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Boston → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,200+.
11 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Seattle → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
14 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Denver → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
13 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Washington D.C. → GIG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900+.
10 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Dallas → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
10 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Atlanta → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000+.
10 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Houston → GIG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000+.
10 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Top Airlines Flying to Rio de Janeiro
Best Time to Book
For international flights to Rio de Janeiro, airlines generally release their best economy fares 2-6 months prior to departure. Peak pricing usually occurs during December to February (Brazilian summer and Carnival season). If your dates are flexible, avoiding these peak periods will yield the cheapest flights.
Rio de Janeiro Quick Guide
Best Months to Visit
May to September
Currency
Brazilian Real (R$)
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