How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from New York (a popular airport in New York) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport), then the flight time is 12h 42m on average. If you fly from Newark (another popular airport in New York) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 12h 53m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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–Galeão Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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13:55 - 15:10JFK-GIG

24h 15m1 stop

17:40 - 20:05GIG-JFK

28h 25m1 stop

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12 Nov

EWR12:50Newark

15h 25m

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28h 31m

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28 Sept

JFK00:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

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3 Oct

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1 Oct

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28 Oct

LGA07:45New York LaGuardia

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EWR17:29Newark

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around £525, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York during March instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in March, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around £540.

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Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £704 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is in the afternoon when prices are around £750.

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How have New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is 4811.7 mi away from New York. Flights usually cover this in 12h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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–Galeão Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, representing 56.74% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 767-300 (winglets) at 39.72%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 0.93%, and Airbus A330-900neo at 0.65%.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

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

How have New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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