Cheap flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro from $399

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6:00 am - 12:35 pm
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SDU
28h 35m
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10:45 am - 11:56 pm
SDU
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DTW
39h 11m
2 stops
$787GOL
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 10:50 am
DTW
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SDU
26h 50m
2 stops
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12:05 pm - 11:49 pm
SDU
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DTW
37h 44m
2 stops
$844GOL
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:00 am - 10:50 am
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SDU
26h 50m
2 stops
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8:45 pm - 11:49 pm
SDU
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DTW
29h 04m
2 stops
$845GOL
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 5:20 pm
DTW
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GIG
33h 20m
2 stops
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6:05 am - 11:49 pm
GIG
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DTW
19h 44m
2 stops
$865GOL
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:20 pm - 2:05 pm
DTW
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GIG
17h 45m
2 stops
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9:00 pm - 5:40 pm
GIG
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DTW
22h 40m
1 stop
$866Air Canada
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 23
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6:20 pm - 2:05 pm
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GIG
17h 45m
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9:00 pm - 3:12 pm
GIG
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DTW
20h 12m
2 stops
$869Air Canada
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 23
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6:00 am - 12:35 pm
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SDU
28h 35m
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6:00 am - 11:49 pm
SDU
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DTW
19h 49m
2 stops
$870GOL
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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6:20 pm - 12:05 pm
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GIG
15h 45m
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2:50 pm - 5:40 pm
GIG
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DTW
28h 50m
2 stops
$915Azul
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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3:55 pm - 4:45 pm
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SDU
22h 50m
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8:45 pm - 11:49 pm
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29h 04m
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$1,029Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:20 pm - 4:45 pm
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1:45 pm - 5:40 pm
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29h 55m
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$1,045Azul
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12

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Azul flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Azul deals on Detroit to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Azul
Nov 12
DTW6:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 45m
1 stop
GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 19
GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
28h 50m
2 stops
DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$915
Azul
Nov 17
DTW6:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 45m
1 stop
GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 24
GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
28h 50m
2 stops
DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$984
Azul
Nov 3
DTW6:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 45m
1 stop
GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 13
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,026

GOL flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

Our best GOL deals on Detroit to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
GOL
Dec 1
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 35m
2 stops
SDU12:35 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Dec 6
SDU10:45 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
39h 11m
2 stops
DTW11:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$787
GOL
Nov 8
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 50m
2 stops
SDU10:50 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Nov 15
SDU12:05 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
37h 44m
2 stops
DTW11:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$844
GOL
Nov 4
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 50m
2 stops
SDU10:50 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Nov 11
SDU8:45 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
29h 04m
2 stops
DTW11:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$845

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DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/1

6:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/6

10:45 am-11:56 pm

2 stops39h 11m

$787

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/8

6:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 11/15

12:05 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$844

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/4

6:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 11/11

8:45 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops29h 04m

$845

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/17

6:00 am-5:20 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/26

6:05 am-11:49 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$865

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/7

6:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/23

9:00 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$866
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DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/7

6:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/23

9:00 pm-3:12 pm

2 stops20h 12m

$869

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/17

6:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 11/24

6:00 am-11:49 pm

2 stops19h 49m

$870

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/12

6:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/19

2:50 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$915

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

3:55 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 11/11

8:45 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops29h 04m

$1,029

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/3

6:20 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 11/12

1:45 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$1,045

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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 Detroit is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $379, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $472.

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Fastest flight time

15h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro takes 15h 15m
There are no direct flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

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

    The straight-line distance from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro is 5171.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 15h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro refresh daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit 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.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,040Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,636 reviews
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