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

Avianca, GOL, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 20m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

Historically, on average around 62% of flights between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 161 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 67% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $603.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Bogotá (BOG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 23m.

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Copa Airlines, American Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Chicago according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

As of January 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

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–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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ORD

GIG

31h 50m

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1:35 am - 9:20 pm

GIG

ORD

21h 45m

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$512Multiple Airlines

jue., may. 21 - vie., may. 29

2:35 pm - 12:25 am

ORD

GIG

31h 50m

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7:20 am - 9:20 pm

GIG

ORD

16h 00m

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$532Multiple Airlines

mar., abr. 14 - mar., abr. 28

2:35 pm - 12:25 am

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GIG

31h 50m

1 stop

7:25 am - 1:15 pm

GIG

ORD

31h 50m

1 stop

$534GOL

jue., may. 21 - mar., may. 26

2:35 pm - 12:25 am

ORD

GIG

31h 50m

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8:50 pm - 1:15 pm

GIG

ORD

18h 25m

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$545GOL

mié., may. 20 - dom., may. 24

10:20 pm - 8:10 pm

ORD

GIG

18h 50m

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1:45 am - 9:20 pm

GIG

ORD

21h 35m

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$546Multiple Airlines

mié., mar. 4 - mar., mar. 10

2:35 pm - 12:25 am

ORD

GIG

31h 50m

1 stop

11:30 am - 1:15 pm

GIG

ORD

27h 45m

2 stops

$547GOL

mar., abr. 14 - mar., abr. 28

9:48 am - 6:15 am

ORD

GIG

17h 27m

2 stops

9:30 pm - 8:35 am

GIG

ORD

14h 05m

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$550LATAM Airlines

jue., feb. 26 - jue., mar. 5

2:46 pm - 8:20 am

ORD

GIG

14h 34m

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9:30 pm - 1:38 pm

GIG

ORD

18h 08m

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$551LATAM Airlines

mié., mar. 4 - mié., mar. 11

10:45 am - 7:20 am

MDW

GIG

18h 35m

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9:30 pm - 12:02 pm

GIG

MDW

16h 32m

1 stop

$602Delta

lun., mar. 9 - jue., mar. 12

9:35 am - 7:20 am

MDW

GIG

19h 45m

2 stops

9:30 pm - 12:29 pm

GIG

MDW

16h 59m

2 stops

$606Delta

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LATAM Airlines flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Feb 26

ORD9:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 27m

2 stops

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 5

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$550

LATAM Airlines

Mar 4

ORD2:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 34m

1 stop

GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 11

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 08m

1 stop

ORD1:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$551

LATAM Airlines

Mar 8

ORD5:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 25m

1 stop

GIG9:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 12

GIG7:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 39m

2 stops

ORD11:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$554

United Airlines flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Mar 3

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 35m

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GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 11

GIG8:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 12m

1 stop

ORD10:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$552

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Feb 25

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 20m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 6

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 05m

1 stop

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$560

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Feb 25

ORD5:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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GIG8:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 12m

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ORD10:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$572

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vie. 5/29

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mar. 4/28

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mié. 5/20

2:35 pm-12:25 am

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 5/24

8:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 25m

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mié. 3/4

10:20 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 3/10

1:45 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$546

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mar. 4/14

2:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop31h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 4/28

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ORD - GIG

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

9:48 am-6:15 am

2 stops17h 27m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 3/5

9:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop14h 05m

$550

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/4

2:46 pm-8:20 am

1 stop14h 34m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 3/11

9:30 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop18h 08m

$551

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lun. 3/9

10:45 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 3/12

9:30 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop16h 32m

$602

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MDW - GIG

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jue. 3/19

9:35 am-7:20 am

2 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 3/25

9:30 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops16h 59m

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

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $587. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of January, then departing from Chicago during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $594.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Chicago 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 $724 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Chicago for as low as $553 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 13h 31m

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How far is Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by plane?
The distance between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is about 5288.7 mi. 13h 31m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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–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.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Copa Airlines, representing 26% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 18%, American Airlines at 16%, and Avianca at 12%.

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GOL	PriceFrom $666	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,160 reviews	Search GOL flights

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Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

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

Avianca, GOL, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

How often are flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

Historically, on average around 62% of flights between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 161 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 67% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $603.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 20m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Bogotá (BOG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 23m.

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