Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from £337

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18:28 - 14:05
JFK
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GIG
42h 37m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 14:10
GIG
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JFK
48h 20m
2 stops
£503Multiple Airlines
Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
Avianca Logo
07:35 - 00:30
JFK
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GIG
15h 55m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
07:20 - 02:05
GIG
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JFK
19h 45m
2 stops
£530Avianca
Mon, 20 Apr - Tue, 5 May
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15:35 - 00:30
JFK
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GIG
31h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:20 - 06:05
GIG
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JFK
23h 45m
1 stop
£537Multiple Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Avianca Logo
06:55 - 06:15
JFK
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GIG
22h 20m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
01:35 - 13:55
GIG
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JFK
13h 20m
1 stop
£551Avianca
Wed, 19 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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06:00 - 10:15
EWR
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GIG
27h 15m
1 stop
Delta Logo
21:00 - 15:26
GIG
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EWR
19h 26m
1 stop
£733Delta
Fri, 1 May - Tue, 12 May
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07:45 - 08:15
LGA
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GIG
23h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:05 - 12:36
GIG
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LGA
16h 31m
1 stop
£740United Airlines
Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 08:15
EWR
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GIG
23h 20m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:05 - 11:58
GIG
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EWR
15h 53m
1 stop
£740United Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Mon, 11 May
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10:25 - 18:35
EWR
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GIG
31h 10m
2 stops
Delta Logo
07:00 - 09:37
GIG
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EWR
27h 37m
2 stops
£741Delta
Sun, 9 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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16:56 - 16:45
EWR
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SDU
22h 49m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:45 - 15:48
SDU
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EWR
27h 03m
2 stops
£797Air Canada
Mon, 20 Apr - Tue, 5 May
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18:40 - 16:45
EWR
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SDU
21h 05m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:50 - 14:59
SDU
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EWR
26h 09m
2 stops
£854Air Canada
Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

Avianca flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Avianca deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Avianca
20 Apr
JFK07:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
GIG00:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
5 May
GIG07:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 45m
2 stops
JFK02:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
£530
Avianca
19 Aug
JFK06:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 20m
2 stops
GIG06:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25 Aug
GIG01:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 20m
1 stop
JFK13:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
£551
Avianca
16 Jul
JFK01:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 05m
1 stop
GIG15:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
2 Aug
GIG16:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 25m
1 stop
JFK06:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
£560

Delta flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Delta deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Delta
14 Aug
JFK11:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 25m
2 stops
GIG06:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
29 Aug
GIG13:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 00m
1 stop
JFK09:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
£733
Delta
17 May
JFK20:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 05m
1 stop
GIG17:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24 May
GIG18:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
JFK07:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
£734
Delta
9 Aug
EWR10:25Newark
31h 10m
2 stops
GIG18:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19 Aug
GIG07:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
27h 37m
2 stops
EWR09:37Newark
£741

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New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/8

18:28-14:05

2 stops42h 37m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 26/8

14:50-14:10

2 stops48h 20m

£503
Fastest return journey

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/4

07:35-00:30

1 stop15h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/5

07:20-02:05

2 stops19h 45m

£530

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/4

15:35-00:30

1 stop31h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/5

07:20-06:05

1 stop23h 45m

£537

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/8

06:55-06:15

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 25/8

01:35-13:55

1 stop13h 20m

£551

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Fri 1/5

06:00-10:15

1 stop27h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/5

21:00-15:26

1 stop19h 26m

£733

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 28/4

07:45-08:15

1 stop23h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/5

21:05-12:36

1 stop16h 31m

£740

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Sun 3/5

07:55-08:15

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/5

21:05-11:58

1 stop15h 53m

£740

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Sun 9/8

10:25-18:35

2 stops31h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 19/8

07:00-09:37

2 stops27h 37m

£741

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - SDU

EWRSDU

Newark

Mon 20/4

16:56-16:45

2 stops22h 49m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 5/5

13:45-15:48

2 stops27h 03m

£797

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - SDU

EWRSDU

Newark

Wed 22/4

18:40-16:45

2 stops21h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 29/4

13:50-14:59

2 stops26h 09m

£854

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

In general, September 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 £551. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro in September, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Rio de Janeiro during November average around £560.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around £721 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £598 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.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Rio de Janeiro.

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

As of March 2026, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 68% 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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Cheap New York to Rio de Janeiro (NYC to RIO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Fastest flight time

12h 50m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

2 airports
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 12h 50m
Direct flights go from New York to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There are 2 airports in Rio de Janeiro. From New York there are direct flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).
  • 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 50m, 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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Can I find flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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