How long is the flight from United States to State of Rio de Janeiro?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into State of Rio de Janeiro, then you can expect flight times to average 16h 35m and 18h 20m, respectively.

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LATAM Airlines

Oct 14

EWR

23h 25m

2 stops

GIG

Oct 28

GIG

18h 48m

2 stops

EWR

$559

LATAM Airlines

Jan 21

EWR

13h 16m

1 stop

GIG

Jan 28

GIG

15h 58m

1 stop

EWR

$573

LATAM Airlines

Jan 21

EWR

13h 16m

1 stop

GIG

Jan 28

GIG

19h 48m

2 stops

EWR

$579

United Airlines

Oct 4

EWR

25h 15m

1 stop

GIG

Nov 4

GIG

19h 37m

1 stop

EWR

$592

LATAM Airlines

Oct 27

EWR

14h 25m

1 stop

GIG

Oct 30

GIG

28h 19m

2 stops

EWR

$594

LATAM Airlines

Nov 2

LAX

31h 10m

2 stops

GIG

Nov 11

GIG

23h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$594

Copa Airlines

Nov 24

LAX

26h 30m

1 stop

GIG

Dec 8

GIG

30h 22m

1 stop

LAX

$603

American Airlines

Nov 19

BWI

16h 24m

1 stop

GIG

Nov 23

GIG

13h 04m

1 stop

BWI

$610

Copa Airlines

Sep 17

LAX

26h 21m

1 stop

GIG

Oct 2

GIG

35h 29m

1 stop

LAX

$618

Copa Airlines

Sep 17

LAX

26h 21m

1 stop

GIG

Oct 2

GIG

35h 29m

1 stop

LAX

$621

Copa Airlines

Sep 17

LAX

22h 31m

1 stop

GIG

Oct 2

GIG

35h 29m

1 stop

LAX

$624

LATAM Airlines

Oct 26

LAX

30h 16m

2 stops

GIG

Nov 2

GIG

17h 40m

1 stop

LAX

$626

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8:30 am - 8:55 amEWR Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7:10 am - 12:58 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark

18h 48m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$559LATAM Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

6:59 pm - 10:15 amEWR Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:05 pm - 11:03 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark

15h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$573LATAM Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28

6:00 am - 8:15 amEWR Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:55 pm - 3:32 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark

19h 37m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$592United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Nov 4

9:00 am - 9:35 amEWR Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:55 pm - 8:58 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark

25h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$593United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Dec 4

1:51 am - 4:05 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

5:05 am - 11:02 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

21h 57m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$603Copa Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30

12:30 am - 8:00 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

10:30 am - 11:52 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

30h 22m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$603Copa Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 8

11:51 am - 6:15 amBWI Baltimore/Washington-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 24m1 stop Miami

11:55 pm - 10:59 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington

13h 04m1 stop Miami

$610American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

11:00 pm - 9:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 55mnonstop

9:55 pm - 6:55 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 00mnonstop

$648GOL

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 16

10:45 pm - 10:15 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 30mnonstop

5:05 pm - 7:05 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

$650American Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 8

2:29 pm - 8:05 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 36m2 stops Miami Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

11:55 am - 7:05 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

$654GOL

Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20

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9:46 pm - 9:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 59m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1:40 pm - 2:30 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 50m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Miami

$672LATAM Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

11:00 pm - 9:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 55mnonstop

11:55 am - 7:05 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

$674American Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Fri, Sep 11

9:46 pm - 9:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 59m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

8:55 am - 10:01 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 06m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Miami

$680LATAM Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 25

3:35 pm - 12:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado

10:05 pm - 2:15 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

41h 10m2 stops Brasilia Bogotá El Dorado

$705GOL

Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 25

2:30 pm - 8:20 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 50m1 stop Miami

10:10 pm - 1:28 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 18m1 stop Miami

$706GOL

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

6:30 pm - 8:20 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

12h 50m1 stop Miami

10:10 pm - 1:57 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 47m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas

$711American Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

3:35 pm - 12:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado

7:20 am - 5:20 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado

$713Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 27

3:35 pm - 12:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado

2:55 pm - 5:20 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 25m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$715Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28

3:59 pm - 8:15 amEWR Newark-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:05 pm - 6:31 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-EWR Newark

22h 26m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$737United Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 20

11:20 am - 8:15 amLGA New York LaGuardia-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

19h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:05 pm - 8:59 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

24h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$822United Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 20

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11:00 pm - 9:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 55mnonstop

9:55 pm - 6:55 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 00mnonstop

$648GOL

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 16

10:45 pm - 10:15 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 30mnonstop

11:00 pm - 7:10 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 10mnonstop

$667GOL

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31

10:45 pm - 10:15 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 30mnonstop

11:00 pm - 7:10 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 10mnonstop

$742American Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Feb 2

11:40 pm - 10:15 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 35mnonstop

11:00 pm - 7:10 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 10mnonstop

$744American Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 8

10:10 pm - 9:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 40mnonstop

10:55 pm - 7:10 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 15mnonstop

$774LATAM Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7

10:10 pm - 9:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 40mnonstop

10:55 pm - 7:16 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 21mnonstop

$788LATAM Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29

10:10 pm - 9:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 40mnonstop

10:55 pm - 7:16 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 21mnonstop

$788Delta

Sat, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 28

10:10 pm - 9:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 40mnonstop

10:55 pm - 7:16 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 21mnonstop

$788Delta

Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 31

11:00 pm - 9:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 55mnonstop

9:55 pm - 6:55 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 00mnonstop

$859British Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 21

11:00 pm - 9:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9h 55mnonstop

9:55 pm - 6:55 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 00mnonstop

$860British Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 21

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Return

Price

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NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR Newark - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 10/14

8:30 am-8:55 am

2 stops23h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/28

7:10 am-12:58 am

2 stops18h 48m

$559

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR Newark - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 1/21

6:59 pm-10:15 am

1 stop13h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/28

9:05 pm-11:03 am

1 stop15h 58m

$573

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR Newark - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

EWRGIG

Newark

Sun 10/4

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/4

9:55 pm-3:32 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$592

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR Newark - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

EWRGIG

Newark

Tue 10/27

9:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 12/4

9:55 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop25h 03m

$593

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 10/20

1:51 am-4:05 am

1 stop22h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/30

5:05 am-11:02 pm

1 stop21h 57m

$603

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 11/24

12:30 am-8:00 am

1 stop26h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/8

10:30 am-11:52 am

1 stop30h 22m

$603

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI Baltimore/Washington - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/19

11:51 am-6:15 am

1 stop16h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/23

11:55 pm-10:59 am

1 stop13h 04m

$610

Quickest round-trip

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/14

11:00 pm-9:55 am

Nonstop9h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/16

9:55 pm-6:55 am

Nonstop10h 00m

$648

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/25

10:45 pm-10:15 am

Nonstop9h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/8

5:05 pm-7:05 am

1 stop16h 00m

$650

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/14

2:29 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops28h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/20

11:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop20h 10m

$654

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to State of Rio de Janeiro?

For prices as low as $29/pp, you can find flights to State of Rio de Janeiro depending on where you are departing from. On average, flights to State of Rio de Janeiro cost $680/pp.

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Summary info about Rio de Janeiro State flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$311
Best Round-Trip Price	$559
Fastest flight time	16h 40m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Rio de Janeiro from United States in the last 5 days is $311 (Baltimore/Washington to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Rio de Janeiro from United States in the last 5 days is $559 (Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rio de Janeiro from United States takes 16h 40m (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Rio de Janeiro, with a 7% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Rio de Janeiro State

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Rio de Janeiro?

The majority of momondo users who fly to State of Rio de Janeiro tend to spend time in Rio de Janeiro, which is visited 100% more often than other cities. When flying to Rio de Janeiro, the most popular airport to fly into is Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

I plan on visiting Copacabana Beach. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to Copacabana Beach is Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in State of Rio de Janeiro?

When visiting State of Rio de Janeiro, the majority of people tend to find Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Leblon Beach to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

What is the weather like in State of Rio de Janeiro?

State of Rio de Janeiro typically has a temperature range from 69.8 °F(June) to 82.4 °F(February). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting State of Rio de Janeiro should plan their trip in July, July, or June, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.

What airlines fly to State of Rio de Janeiro?

You can find flights to State of Rio de Janeiro from 10 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with LATAM Airlines, GOL or American Airlines as these are the most popular among our users. LATAM Airlines is the most favored with 31% of momondo travelers booking flights with this airline.

How much are flights to State of Rio de Janeiro?

Flights to State of Rio de Janeiro can be found for as cheap as $344 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to State of Rio de Janeiro for around $2,089 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to State of Rio de Janeiro, then you should consider booking if you find anything for $1,917 or less.

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How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rio de Janeiro?

As of August 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

How old do you have to be to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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