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

Avianca, Delta, and United Airlines 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 December 2025, 5 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 22:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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 18h 20m 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 21h 45m.

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: 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 £796 to £1,342. The lowest price recently found on this route was £450.

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

35 flights are operational weekly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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GIG

16h 10m1 stop

17:40 - 08:10

GIG

JFK

16h 30m1 stop

£450Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

06:30 - 00:40

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GIG

16h 10m1 stop

15:30 - 06:15

GIG

JFK

16h 45m2 stops

£494Multiple Airlines

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GIG

16h 10m1 stop

07:25 - 22:40

GIG

JFK

16h 15m1 stop

£513Avianca

Fri, 27 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr

07:30 - 00:40

JFK

GIG

16h 10m1 stop

07:25 - 22:40

GIG

JFK

16h 15m1 stop

£524Avianca

Sat, 28 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr

00:30 - 06:25

JFK

GIG

27h 55m2 stops

07:15 - 23:00

GIG

JFK

17h 45m2 stops

£547LATAM Airlines

Fri, 30 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

06:30 - 06:25

LGA

GIG

21h 55m2 stops

01:45 - 22:46

GIG

LGA

22h 01m2 stops

£560Multiple Airlines

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22h 55m2 stops

01:30 - 22:08

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LGA

21h 38m2 stops

£570Multiple Airlines

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09:55 - 06:25

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GIG

19h 30m2 stops

01:45 - 22:08

GIG

LGA

21h 23m2 stops

£579Multiple Airlines

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22:35 - 09:15

JFK

GIG

9h 40mdirect

17:20 - 21:05

GIG

JFK

28h 45m1 stop

£662Delta

Sat, 14 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

19:45 - 16:30

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GIG

19h 45m2 stops

07:00 - 21:05

GIG

JFK

15h 05m1 stop

£665Delta

Wed, 29 Apr - Fri, 8 May

Avianca flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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27 Mar

JFK07:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 10m

1 stop

GIG00:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

6 Apr

GIG07:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 15m

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JFK22:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

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28 Mar

JFK07:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 10m

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6 Apr

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30 Jan

JFK02:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 55m

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GIG00:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

7 Feb

GIG07:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 50m

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14 Mar

JFK22:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 40m

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31 Mar

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28h 45m

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JFK21:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

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29 Apr

JFK19:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 45m

2 stops

GIG16:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

8 May

GIG07:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 05m

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12 Mar

JFK22:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 40m

GIG09:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28 Mar

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20h 25m

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09:55-06:25

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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£579

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22:35-09:15

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17:20-21:05

1 stop28h 45m

£662

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

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 £512, 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 £549.

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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 £660 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 £760.

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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 £718 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 £594 on momondo.

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 December 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by plane?
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is 4811.7 mi away from New York. Flights usually cover this in 15h 40m, 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 53.12% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 767-300 (winglets) at 40.67%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 2.57%, and Boeing 777-200/200ER at 1.24%.

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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 December 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 41% 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?

Avianca, Delta, and United Airlines 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 December 2025, 5 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 22:00, 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?

35 flights are operational weekly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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