What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?

Air Canada, GOL, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

How many flights depart from Houston to Rio de Janeiro on average per day?

As of May 2026, 2 flights take off from Houston and land in Rio de Janeiro each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Houston to Rio de Janeiro on average per week?

As of May 2026, 14 flights take off from Houston and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?

The number of operators available for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro is 1 as of May 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to Rio de Janeiro.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$316 Cheap Flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,976 to $1,039. The lowest price recently found on this route was $757.

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9:45 am - 12:30 am

IAH

GIG

36h 45m

3 stops

1:35 am - 9:41 am

GIG

IAH

34h 06m

3 stops

$757Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

9:45 am - 12:30 am

IAH

GIG

36h 45m

3 stops

1:35 am - 6:29 pm

GIG

IAH

18h 54m

2 stops

$797Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

7:20 am - 9:10 am

IAH

SDU

23h 50m

2 stops

6:50 pm - 3:01 pm

SDU

IAH

22h 11m

2 stops

$938Azul

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24

12:10 pm - 4:45 pm

IAH

SDU

25h 35m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 9:39 pm

SDU

IAH

34h 54m

2 stops

$945Air Canada

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13

7:10 am - 8:15 pm

IAH

SDU

34h 05m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 11:09 am

SDU

IAH

24h 24m

2 stops

$948Azul

Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 12

7:10 am - 4:45 pm

IAH

SDU

30h 35m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 9:39 pm

SDU

IAH

34h 54m

2 stops

$950Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13

12:15 pm - 6:15 am

HOU

GIG

15h 00m

2 stops

10:25 pm - 11:40 am

GIG

HOU

16h 15m

2 stops

$1,107American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

1:00 pm - 10:15 am

HOU

GIG

18h 15m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 9:26 am

GIG

HOU

19h 06m

2 stops

$1,185LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16

10:11 am - 6:15 am

HOU

GIG

17h 04m

2 stops

10:25 pm - 11:40 am

GIG

HOU

16h 15m

2 stops

$1,187American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

1:00 pm - 10:45 am

HOU

GIG

18h 45m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 12:14 pm

GIG

HOU

18h 09m

1 stop

$1,191LATAM Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11

American Airlines flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

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Nov 5

HOU12:15 pmHouston Hobby

15h 00m

2 stops

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 12

GIG10:25 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 15m

2 stops

HOU11:40 amHouston Hobby

$1,107

American Airlines

Nov 5

HOU10:11 amHouston Hobby

17h 04m

2 stops

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 12

GIG10:25 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 15m

2 stops

HOU11:40 amHouston Hobby

$1,187

American Airlines

Aug 21

HOU3:58 pmHouston Hobby

14h 22m

2 stops

GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Aug 24

GIG10:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

19h 18m

2 stops

HOU3:28 pmHouston Hobby

$1,312

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Nov 5

IAH10:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

23h 05m

1 stop

GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 13

GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 09m

1 stop

IAH11:09 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$928

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Nov 7

IAH6:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

14h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 13

GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 49m

2 stops

IAH9:39 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$932

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Aug 21

IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

23h 50m

2 stops

SDU9:10 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Aug 24

SDU6:50 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

22h 11m

2 stops

IAH3:01 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$938

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Mon 6/8

9:45 am-12:30 am

3 stops36h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/11

1:35 am-9:41 am

3 stops34h 06m

$757

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IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/8

9:45 am-12:30 am

3 stops36h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/11

1:35 am-6:29 pm

2 stops18h 54m

$797

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/21

7:20 am-9:10 am

2 stops23h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 8/24

6:50 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$938

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/3

12:10 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 11/13

1:45 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$945

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 11/6

7:10 am-8:15 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 11/12

1:45 pm-11:09 am

2 stops24h 24m

$948

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/2

7:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 11/13

1:45 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$950

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HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/5

12:15 pm-6:15 am

2 stops15h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/12

10:25 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 15m

$1,107

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HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/3

1:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/16

5:20 pm-9:26 am

2 stops19h 06m

$1,185

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/5

10:11 am-6:15 am

2 stops17h 04m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/12

10:25 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 15m

$1,187

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/2

1:00 pm-10:45 am

2 stops18h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/11

9:05 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop18h 09m

$1,191

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston 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 Houston is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $84, 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 Houston averaging around $106.

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Fastest flight time	10h 15m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro takes 10h 15m

Direct flights go from Houston to Rio de Janeiro every day.

There are 2 airports in Rio de Janeiro. From Houston there are direct flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).

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How far is Houston to Rio de Janeiro by plane?
A flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro will travel around 5020.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 10h 15m.
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The number of operators available for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro is 1 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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