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Cheap flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro from $211

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Copa Airlines Logo
6:56 am - 8:00 amORD-GIG
22h 04m1 stop
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5:10 am - 12:05 amGIG-ORD
21h 55m1 stop
$404Copa Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 14
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3:07 pm - 3:55 amORD-GIG
34h 48m1 stop
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5:05 am - 1:41 pmGIG-ORD
34h 36m1 stop
$416Copa Airlines
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Sat, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
8:06 am - 8:25 amORD-GIG
22h 19m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 2:15 pmGIG-ORD
18h 15m1 stop
$500American Airlines
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 10:15 amORD-GIG
17h 04m2 stops
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11:00 pm - 1:11 pmGIG-ORD
17h 11m2 stops
$505American Airlines
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
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11:20 pm - 12:40 amORD-GIG
23h 20m1 stop
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7:30 am - 9:20 pmGIG-ORD
15h 50m1 stop
$520Avianca
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Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 19
Avianca Logo
6:10 pm - 12:40 amORD-GIG
28h 30m2 stops
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1:45 am - 9:20 pmGIG-ORD
21h 35m1 stop
$536Avianca
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Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 17
Delta Logo
10:35 am - 6:25 amMDW-GIG
17h 50m2 stops
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9:30 pm - 9:52 amGIG-MDW
15h 22m1 stop
$600Delta
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 8:00 amMDW-GIG
16h 00m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 12:35 pmGIG-MDW
18h 05m2 stops
$605Delta
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
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10:35 am - 8:20 amMDW-GIG
18h 45m1 stop
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10:15 am - 12:01 pmGIG-MDW
28h 46m2 stops
$606LATAM Airlines
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Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 12
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5:34 pm - 4:50 pmMDW-GIG
20h 16m2 stops
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9:30 pm - 11:55 amGIG-MDW
17h 25m1 stop
$610LATAM Airlines
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Copa Airlines flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Nov 5
ORD6:56 amChicago O'Hare Intl
22h 04m
1 stop
GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 14
GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
ORD12:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$404
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Copa Airlines
Sep 27
ORD3:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 48m
1 stop
GIG3:55 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 13
GIG5:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
34h 36m
1 stop
ORD1:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$416
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Copa Airlines
Sep 27
ORD3:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 18m
1 stop
GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 10
GIG5:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 16m
1 stop
ORD12:21 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$417
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GOL flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Our best GOL deals on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
GOL
Mar 10
ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 35m
1 stop
GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 19
GIG6:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
33h 15m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$436
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GOL
Mar 1
ORD1:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 05m
1 stop
GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 12
GIG9:15 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 00m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$442
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GOL
Mar 10
ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 35m
1 stop
GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 18
GIG9:15 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 00m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$458
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ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

6:56 am-8:00 am

1 stop22h 04m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/14

5:10 am-12:05 am

1 stop21h 55m

$404

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

3:07 pm-3:55 am

1 stop34h 48m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/13

5:05 am-1:41 pm

1 stop34h 36m

$416

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

8:06 am-8:25 am

1 stop22h 19m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/9

11:00 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$500

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

3:11 pm-10:15 am

2 stops17h 04m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/9

11:00 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$505

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

11:20 pm-12:40 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

7:30 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$520

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

6:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops28h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/17

1:45 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$536

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/27

10:35 am-6:25 am

2 stops17h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/9

9:30 pm-9:52 am

1 stop15h 22m

$600

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

1:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops16h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/1

9:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$605

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/9

10:35 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 2/12

10:15 am-12:01 pm

2 stops28h 46m

$606

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/24

5:34 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops20h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/7

9:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop17h 25m

$610

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro?

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 $640, 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 $690.

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 $790 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 $595 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 September 2025, prices for Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 69% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

    Rio de Janeiro is 5296.6 mi away from Chicago. Typically, this will take 12h 11m 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
1,849 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $485Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,533 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $557Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $565Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $606Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,436 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,106 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