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Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from $261

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Cheap round-trip flights

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro.
3:50 am - 12:25 amJFK-GIG
19h 35m3 stops
7:25 am - 10:40 pmGIG-JFK
16h 15m1 stop
$507Avianca
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Wed, May 14 - Fri, May 30
3:50 am - 12:25 amJFK-GIG
19h 35m3 stops
7:25 am - 1:35 amGIG-JFK
19h 10m2 stops
$509Avianca
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Wed, May 14 - Thu, May 22
9:34 am - 3:50 amJFK-GIG
17h 16m1 stop
4:55 am - 12:46 amGIG-JFK
20h 51m1 stop
$647Copa Airlines
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
9:50 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-SDU
14h 50m1 stop
2:20 pm - 7:35 amSDU-JFK
18h 15m1 stop
$855LATAM Airlines
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Wed, May 14 - Thu, May 22
9:50 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-SDU
14h 50m1 stop
2:20 pm - 5:10 amSDU-JFK
15h 50m1 stop
$871LATAM Airlines
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Thu, May 29 - Wed, Jun 4
6:15 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-SDU
18h 25m1 stop
8:20 pm - 7:35 amSDU-JFK
12h 15m1 stop
$937Delta
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
8:09 am - 8:20 amEWR-GIG
23h 11m1 stop
11:00 pm - 4:40 pmGIG-EWR
18h 40m1 stop
$979American Airlines
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Fri, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 2
8:27 am - 8:20 amEWR-GIG
22h 53m2 stops
11:00 pm - 4:25 pmGIG-EWR
18h 25m2 stops
$983American Airlines
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Fri, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 2
3:11 pm - 8:00 amEWR-GIG
15h 49m1 stop
1:21 am - 3:47 pmGIG-EWR
15h 26m1 stop
$1,005Copa Airlines
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Mon, May 5 - Tue, May 20
5:30 pm - 10:15 amEWR-GIG
15h 45m1 stop
6:25 pm - 11:08 amGIG-EWR
17h 43m2 stops
$1,009Delta
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17

Avianca flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Avianca deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Avianca
May 14
JFK3:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 35m
3 stops
GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 30
GIG7:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 15m
1 stop
JFK10:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
May 14
JFK3:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 35m
3 stops
GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 22
GIG7:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 10m
2 stops
JFK1:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
May 28
JFK3:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 35m
3 stops
GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jun 3
GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 10m
1 stop
JFK10:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

United Airlines flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 1
EWR9:32 amNewark
21h 43m
1 stop
GIG8:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 10
GIG9:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 13m
1 stop
EWR12:18 pmNewark
United Airlines
Sep 21
EWR8:29 pmNewark
34h 46m
1 stop
GIG8:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 30
GIG9:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 13m
1 stop
EWR12:18 pmNewark
United Airlines
Mar 31
LGA3:45 pmNew York LaGuardia
15h 30m
1 stop
GIG8:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 8
GIG9:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 04m
1 stop
LGA7:09 pmNew York LaGuardia

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from New York is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $792, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $792.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $858. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $981.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $743. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,194 per ticket.

What is the cheapest New York to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best New York - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $887 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York for as low as $791 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Rio de Janeiro (NYC to RIO) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$261

Fastest flight time

12h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from New York in the past 72 hours is $261. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $507.
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 12h 10m
There are no direct flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Newark Airport - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport and Newark Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
There are 2 airports near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG), Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU)

  • How far is New York to Rio de Janeiro by plane?

    New York and Rio de Janeiro are 4819.8 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 12h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    Prices for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Rio de Janeiro?


Best airlines flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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Airline
Rating
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $89Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,749 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $489Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,890 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,298 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $549Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,393 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $610Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,605 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $647Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,050 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From New York to Rio de Janeiro

    Across 4 Delta flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro this week, the average price was $946, with the best Delta deals starting from $497 round-trip. 7,890 users have rated Delta on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • LATAM Airlines Flights From New York to Rio de Janeiro

    LATAM Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. LATAM Airlines flight deals for New York to Rio de Janeiro start from as low as $89 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average LATAM Airlines deals seen on momondo around $1,078. LATAM Airlines operates 4 flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York in an average week. Users have rated it 7.5/10 across 1,749 reviews.


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