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Cheap flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro from $257

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Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 12:40 amORD-GIG
23h 20m1 stop
Avianca Logo
1:45 am - 8:20 pmGIG-ORD
21h 35m1 stop
$529Avianca
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 3
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 12:40 amORD-GIG
23h 20m1 stop
Avianca Logo
7:30 am - 8:20 pmGIG-ORD
15h 50m1 stop
$531Avianca
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Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 6
Copa Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 8:00 amORD-GIG
14h 53m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 12:46 pmGIG-ORD
14h 16m1 stop
$540Copa Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16
LATAM Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 12:35 pmORD-GIG
18h 30m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 11:58 pmGIG-ORD
18h 43m2 stops
$545LATAM Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 31
LATAM Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 12:35 pmMDW-GIG
17h 31m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 9:45 amGIG-MDW
14h 15m1 stop
$545LATAM Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 8:30 amORD-GIG
13h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 8:40 amGIG-ORD
18h 45m2 stops
$558American Airlines
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Sun, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 10
United Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 8:15 amORD-GIG
33h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 11:05 amGIG-ORD
16h 00m1 stop
$560United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 8:30 amORD-GIG
15h 35m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 8:40 amGIG-ORD
18h 45m2 stops
$563American Airlines
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Sun, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 10
Copa Airlines Logo
3:07 pm - 12:25 amORD-GIG
31h 18m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 1:41 pmGIG-ORD
29h 51m1 stop
$564Copa Airlines
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Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:15 amORD-GIG
23h 15m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 10:10 amGIG-ORD
15h 05m1 stop
$599United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Oct 1

Delta flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Delta
Jan 8
ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 30m
1 stop
GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jan 16
GIG10:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 42m
1 stop
ORD5:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$552
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Delta
Jan 18
ORD10:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 25m
2 stops
GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jan 31
GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 07m
2 stops
ORD4:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$557
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Delta
Oct 27
MDW5:04 pmChicago Midway
19h 31m
2 stops
GIG2:35 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 9
GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 22m
1 stop
MDW9:52 amChicago Midway
$558
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LATAM Airlines flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
LATAM Airlines
Oct 21
ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 30m
2 stops
GIG12:35 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 31
GIG7:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 43m
2 stops
ORD11:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$545
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LATAM Airlines
Oct 27
ORD1:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 59m
2 stops
GIG9:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 9
GIG7:35 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 12m
2 stops
ORD2:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$546
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LATAM Airlines
Oct 8
ORD1:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 49m
1 stop
GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 15
GIG5:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 42m
2 stops
ORD11:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$551
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ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

11:20 pm-12:40 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/3

1:45 am-8:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$529

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

11:20 pm-12:40 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

7:30 am-8:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$531

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

2:07 pm-8:00 am

1 stop14h 53m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/16

1:30 am-12:46 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$540

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

4:05 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/31

7:15 am-11:58 pm

2 stops18h 43m

$545

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/21

5:04 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 31m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/31

9:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

$545

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

4:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/10

3:55 pm-8:40 am

2 stops18h 45m

$558

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

9:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop33h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/15

9:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop16h 00m

$560

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

2:55 pm-8:30 am

2 stops15h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/10

3:55 pm-8:40 am

2 stops18h 45m

$563

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

3:07 pm-12:25 am

1 stop31h 18m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/27

9:50 am-1:41 pm

1 stop29h 51m

$564

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop23h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/1

9:05 pm-10:10 am

1 stop15h 05m

$599

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

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $562, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $634.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $837. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,003.

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 Chicago to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $872. 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 $1,006 per ticket.

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 Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $781 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from Chicago for as low as $631 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 58% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Rio de Janeiro (CHI to RIO) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Chicago to Rio de Janeiro by plane?

    Rio de Janeiro is 5296.6 mi away from Chicago. Typically, this will take 13h 45m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro 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. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,843 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $485Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,515 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $557Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,979 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $565Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,943 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $619Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,418 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,098 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Rio de Janeiro

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 8.1 mi from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport