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

Avianca, American Airlines, and LATAM 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 April 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 April 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.

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The number of operators available for flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro is 2 as of April 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.

$285 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 $1,437 to $1,261. The lowest price recently found on this route was $755.

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7:05 am - 8:05 pm

IAH

GIG

35h 00m

3 stops

1:35 am - 9:03 am

GIG

IAH

33h 28m

3 stops

$755Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 10

11:49 am - 12:30 am

IAH

GIG

34h 41m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:36 pm

GIG

IAH

42h 16m

3 stops

$759Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 9

6:26 pm - 10:25 pm

IAH

SDU

25h 59m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 10:45 am

SDU

IAH

19h 15m

2 stops

$874Azul

Mon, May 25 - Mon, Jun 1

4:45 pm - 12:50 pm

IAH

SDU

18h 05m

2 stops

4:40 pm - 1:10 pm

SDU

IAH

22h 30m

2 stops

$885Azul

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

6:00 am - 6:10 am

HOU

GIG

22h 10m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 9:53 pm

GIG

HOU

26h 53m

1 stop

$1,182LATAM Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 9

10:27 am - 6:10 am

HOU

GIG

17h 43m

2 stops

7:00 am - 9:14 am

GIG

HOU

28h 14m

2 stops

$1,184LATAM Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10

6:00 am - 6:10 am

HOU

GIG

22h 10m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 9:14 am

GIG

HOU

21h 34m

2 stops

$1,192Delta

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10

12:50 pm - 8:20 am

HOU

GIG

17h 30m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 3:45 pm

GIG

HOU

19h 35m

2 stops

$1,196American Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15

4:15 pm - 2:05 pm

HOU

GIG

19h 50m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 3:45 pm

GIG

HOU

19h 35m

2 stops

$1,203American Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8

6:00 am - 8:55 am

HOU

GIG

24h 55m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 9:26 am

GIG

HOU

21h 46m

2 stops

$1,238Delta

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

LATAM Airlines flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

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LATAM Airlines

Jun 1

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

22h 10m

2 stops

GIG6:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 9

GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 53m

1 stop

HOU9:53 pmHouston Hobby

$1,182

LATAM Airlines

Jun 3

HOU10:27 amHouston Hobby

17h 43m

2 stops

GIG6:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 10

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 14m

2 stops

HOU9:14 amHouston Hobby

$1,184

LATAM Airlines

Sep 10

HOU1:00 pmHouston Hobby

17h 35m

2 stops

SDU8:35 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sep 17

SDU8:15 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

17h 49m

2 stops

HOU12:04 pmHouston Hobby

$1,191

Delta flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro

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Delta

Jun 3

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

22h 10m

2 stops

GIG6:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 10

GIG1:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 34m

2 stops

HOU9:14 amHouston Hobby

$1,192

Delta

Oct 1

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

24h 55m

2 stops

GIG8:55 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Oct 10

GIG1:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 46m

2 stops

HOU9:26 amHouston Hobby

$1,238

Delta

Jun 3

HOU10:27 amHouston Hobby

21h 48m

1 stop

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 10

GIG1:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 34m

2 stops

HOU9:14 amHouston Hobby

$1,264

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HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/1

7:05 am-8:05 pm

3 stops35h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/10

1:35 am-9:03 am

3 stops33h 28m

$755

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/1

11:49 am-12:30 am

2 stops34h 41m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/9

7:20 am-11:36 pm

3 stops42h 16m

$759

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/25

6:26 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops25h 59m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 6/1

5:30 pm-10:45 am

2 stops19h 15m

$874

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - SDU

IAHSDU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/7

4:45 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 5/14

4:40 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$885

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/1

6:00 am-6:10 am

2 stops22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/9

9:00 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$1,182

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/3

10:27 am-6:10 am

2 stops17h 43m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/10

7:00 am-9:14 am

2 stops28h 14m

$1,184

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/3

6:00 am-6:10 am

2 stops22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/10

1:40 pm-9:14 am

2 stops21h 34m

$1,192

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HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/8

12:50 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/15

10:10 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$1,196

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/1

4:15 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/8

10:10 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$1,203

HoustonRio de Janeiro

HOU - GIG

HOUGIG

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 10/10

1:40 pm-9:26 am

2 stops21h 46m

$1,238

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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 $1,128, 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 $1,129.

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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 2 as of April 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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