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Cheap flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro from $299

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6:36 pm - 10:25 pm
DTW
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SDU
25h 49m2 stops
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1:45 pm - 9:41 pm
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DTW
32h 56m3 stops
$692Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
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5:56 pm - 4:50 pm
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GIG
21h 54m2 stops
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6:05 am - 10:45 pm
GIG
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DTW
17h 40m2 stops
$725GOL
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
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2:35 pm - 10:25 pm
DTW
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SDU
29h 50m3 stops
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1:45 pm - 9:41 pm
SDU
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DTW
32h 56m3 stops
$730Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
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5:56 pm - 12:50 pm
DTW
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GIG
17h 54m2 stops
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6:05 am - 10:45 pm
GIG
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DTW
17h 40m2 stops
$742GOL
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12
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6:15 pm - 10:05 am
DTW
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GIG
37h 50m2 stops
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9:00 pm - 5:35 pm
GIG
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DTW
22h 35m1 stop
$754Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25
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6:15 pm - 7:05 am
DTW
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GIG
34h 50m2 stops
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8:45 pm - 5:35 pm
GIG
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DTW
45h 50m2 stops
$756Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
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5:56 pm - 4:50 pm
DTW
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GIG
21h 54m2 stops
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6:05 am - 10:45 pm
GIG
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DTW
17h 40m2 stops
$764GOL
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
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6:15 pm - 12:05 pm
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GIG
15h 50m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 5:35 pm
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DTW
22h 35m1 stop
$774Air Canada
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28
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6:36 pm - 12:30 am
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GIG
27h 54m2 stops
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5:05 pm - 9:41 pm
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DTW
29h 36m3 stops
$782Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
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12:11 pm - 8:25 am
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18h 14m2 stops
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10:55 pm - 7:41 am
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34h 46m1 stop
$788Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 7

GOL flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

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GOL
May 9
DTW5:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 54m
2 stops
GIG4:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 16
GIG6:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 40m
2 stops
DTW10:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$725
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GOL
May 4
DTW5:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 54m
2 stops
GIG12:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 12
GIG6:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 40m
2 stops
DTW10:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$742
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GOL
May 9
DTW5:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 54m
2 stops
GIG4:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 16
GIG6:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 40m
2 stops
DTW10:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$764
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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 8
DTW11:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 30m
2 stops
GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Dec 11
GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 43m
1 stop
DTW1:38 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,881
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United Airlines
Dec 8
DTW4:47 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 48m
1 stop
GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Dec 10
GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 43m
1 stop
DTW1:38 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$2,161
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DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:36 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops25h 49m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/9

1:45 pm-9:41 pm

3 stops32h 56m

$692

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

5:56 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/16

6:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$725

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

2:35 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/9

1:45 pm-9:41 pm

3 stops32h 56m

$730

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/4

5:56 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/12

6:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$742

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

6:15 pm-10:05 am

2 stops37h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/25

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$754

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:15 pm-7:05 am

2 stops34h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

8:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops45h 50m

$756

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

5:56 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/16

6:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$764

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

6:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/28

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$774

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:36 pm-12:30 am

2 stops27h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

5:05 pm-9:41 pm

3 stops29h 36m

$782

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

12:11 pm-8:25 am

2 stops18h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/7

10:55 pm-7:41 am

1 stop34h 46m

$788

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

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Detroit. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,055. 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, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,438.

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 Detroit to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,142. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,748 per ticket.

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You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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Fastest flight time

15h 54m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro takes 15h 54m
There are no direct flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro.
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  • 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 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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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.

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,046Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 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