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 Newark (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 50m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 16h 52m.

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

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

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 2 flights take off from New York and land in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 23:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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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Q: How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per week?

20 flights are operational weekly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £545 to £776. The lowest price recently found on this route was £449.

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16h 45m1 stop

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16h 55m1 stop

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00:35 - 00:40JFK-GIG

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28 Nov

EWR10:15Newark

21h 20m

1 stop

GIG09:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

5 Dec

GIG21:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 05m

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EWR21:00Newark

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28 Nov

LGA20:20New York LaGuardia

35h 15m

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GIG09:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

5 Dec

GIG21:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 50m

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6 Nov

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

25h 35m

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GIG21:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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14 Nov

JFK19:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

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16h 55m

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10 Nov

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13h 05m

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around £556, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York during September instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in September, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around £558.

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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 £767 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 £772.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around £710 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–Galeão Intl Airport from New York for as low as £527 on momondo.

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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 October 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 33% more expensive 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 9h 25m, 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 56.96% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 767-300 (winglets) at 34.82%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 2.98%, and Boeing 777-200/200ER at 1.73%.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

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 October 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 33% more expensive 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, Delta, and GOL are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 2 flights take off from New York and land in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 23:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per week?

20 flights are operational weekly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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