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 05m.

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

Copa Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines 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 34% 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 is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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

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Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 38% 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 connection time from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

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

As of October 2025, 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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11:20 pm - 12:40 amORD-GIG

23h 20m1 stop

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21h 35m1 stop

$415GOL

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Oct 12

ORD7:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 16m

1 stop

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Oct 28

GIG7:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 43m

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ORD11:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Mar 9

MDW1:05 pmChicago Midway

16h 15m

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GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 18

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 31m

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Nov 27

MDW10:47 amChicago Midway

18h 33m

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GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Dec 5

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 24m

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Oct 12

ORD3:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 53m

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GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Oct 27

GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 11m

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Oct 12

ORD3:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 53m

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GIG9:50 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 06m

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Oct 12

ORD3:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 18m

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GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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

In general, July 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 $601. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of July, then departing from Chicago during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $620.

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Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $797. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $972.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Chicago in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $618 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $882. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 $788 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 $595 on momondo.

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The distance between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is about 5288.7 mi. 14h 42m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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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 23% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 17%, Avianca at 14%, and GOL at 14%.

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LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $356	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,858 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,542 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $497	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,929 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,961 reviews	Search Delta flights
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GOL	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,109 reviews	Search GOL flights

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

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Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $797. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $972.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

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

You could potentially save up to 30% 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?

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

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

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: 38% 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 05m.

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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