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Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from £247

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro departing on 22/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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07:45 - 00:25JFK-GIG
15h 40m1 stop
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07:25 - 22:40GIG-JFK
16h 15m1 stop
£514Avianca
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Fri, 5 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
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07:45 - 06:20JFK-GIG
21h 35m1 stop
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07:25 - 02:10GIG-JFK
19h 45m2 stops
£515Avianca
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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
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14:30 - 08:20JFK-GIG
16h 50m1 stop
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11:20 - 07:00GIG-JFK
20h 40m1 stop
£516American Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
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15:29 - 10:15EWR-GIG
17h 46m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:00 - 09:34GIG-EWR
13h 34m1 stop
£521Delta
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Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
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01:19 - 03:48JFK-GIG
24h 29m1 stop
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05:05 - 17:18GIG-JFK
14h 13m1 stop
£527Copa Airlines
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Tue, 4 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
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02:15 - 00:27JFK-GIG
20h 12m1 stop
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10:52 - 03:52GIG-JFK
19h 00m1 stop
£531Copa Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
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17:37 - 17:15EWR-GIG
22h 38m2 stops
Delta Logo
07:00 - 00:55GIG-EWR
18h 55m2 stops
£545Delta
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United Airlines Logo
07:45 - 08:15LGA-GIG
23h 30m1 stop
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21:05 - 21:58GIG-LGA
25h 53m1 stop
£559United Airlines
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Tue, 2 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct
United Airlines Logo
16:14 - 08:15EWR-GIG
15h 01m1 stop
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21:05 - 15:27GIG-EWR
19h 22m1 stop
£559United Airlines
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American Airlines Logo
11:40 - 08:20JFK-GIG
19h 40m2 stops
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20:05 - 12:04GIG-JFK
16h 59m2 stops
£579American Airlines
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American Airlines flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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American Airlines
1 Oct
JFK14:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 50m
1 stop
GIG08:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
8 Oct
GIG11:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 40m
1 stop
JFK07:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
American Airlines
1 Oct
JFK11:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 40m
2 stops
GIG08:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
8 Oct
GIG20:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 59m
2 stops
JFK12:04New York John F Kennedy Intl

GOL flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best GOL deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
GOL
13 Aug
JFK14:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
GIG08:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
31 Aug
GIG01:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
29h 30m
1 stop
JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
GOL
30 Oct
JFK00:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 05m
1 stop
GIG00:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
4 Nov
GIG23:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 00m
JFK07:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
GOL
5 Nov
JFK22:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 30m
GIG10:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
9 Nov
GIG01:45Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
JFK21:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

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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?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £548. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Rio de Janeiro during January average around £584.

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 £567. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around £703 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 £688 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 £582 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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

As of June 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 39% more expensive 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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Best price found

£247

Fastest flight time

9h 30m

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 £247. The best return flight deal from New York to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £514.
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 9h 30m
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, New York LaGuardia Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 9h 30m, 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 updated daily.

  • 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?


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