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Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from $262

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from New York to Rio de Janeiro that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
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3:30 pm - 3:50 pmEWR-SDU
23h 20m2 stops
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7:55 am - 7:56 pmSDU-EWR
37h 01m2 stops
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
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3:30 pm - 3:50 pmEWR-SDU
23h 20m2 stops
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7:55 am - 7:56 pmSDU-EWR
37h 01m2 stops
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
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3:50 am - 12:25 amJFK-GIG
19h 35m3 stops
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1:30 am - 10:40 pmGIG-JFK
22h 10m1 stop
$603Avianca
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Wed, May 21 - Sun, Jun 1
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3:50 am - 12:25 amJFK-GIG
19h 35m3 stops
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7:25 am - 2:15 amGIG-JFK
19h 50m3 stops
$605Avianca
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Wed, May 21 - Mon, Jun 2
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8:15 pm - 9:35 pmJFK-SDU
24h 20m3 stops
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5:05 pm - 9:00 pmSDU-JFK
28h 55m2 stops
$824LATAM Airlines
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Sun, May 18 - Tue, Jun 3
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6:15 pm - 9:35 amJFK-SDU
14h 20m1 stop
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8:20 pm - 7:35 amSDU-JFK
12h 15m1 stop
$920LATAM Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
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8:15 pm - 9:35 amJFK-SDU
12h 20m1 stop
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8:20 pm - 8:05 pmSDU-JFK
25h 45m2 stops
$937Delta
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Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Nov 18
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6:15 pm - 9:35 amJFK-SDU
14h 20m1 stop
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8:20 pm - 7:35 amSDU-JFK
12h 15m1 stop
$938Delta
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Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 17
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1:01 pm - 8:20 amLGA-GIG
18h 19m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 3:25 pmGIG-LGA
17h 25m1 stop
$964American Airlines
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Tue, Jul 22 - Thu, Oct 2
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6:18 pm - 8:20 amLGA-GIG
13h 02m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 12:59 pmGIG-LGA
14h 59m2 stops
$969American Airlines
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American Airlines flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
American Airlines
Jul 22
LGA1:01 pmNew York LaGuardia
18h 19m
1 stop
GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 2
GIG11:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 25m
1 stop
LGA3:25 pmNew York LaGuardia
American Airlines
Jul 22
LGA6:18 pmNew York LaGuardia
13h 02m
1 stop
GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 2
GIG11:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 59m
2 stops
LGA12:59 pmNew York LaGuardia
American Airlines
Sep 1
EWR12:24 pmNewark
18h 56m
1 stop
GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 10
GIG11:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
26h 02m
1 stop
EWR12:02 amNewark

Air Canada flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Air Canada deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Air Canada
May 18
LGA6:50 pmNew York LaGuardia
19h 15m
2 stops
GIG3:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jun 3
GIG3:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 56m
2 stops
LGA10:51 amNew York LaGuardia
Air Canada
May 18
EWR6:30 pmNewark
19h 35m
2 stops
GIG3:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jun 3
GIG3:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 19m
2 stops
EWR10:14 amNewark
Air Canada
May 8
LGA7:10 pmNew York LaGuardia
19h 40m
2 stops
SDU3:50 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
May 22
SDU7:55 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
26h 39m
2 stops
LGA9:34 amNew York LaGuardia

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York 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 New York is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $744, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $794.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $856. 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, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $984.

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 New York to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $743. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,195 per ticket.

What is the cheapest New York to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best New York - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $918 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York for as low as $792 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Rio de Janeiro (NYC to RIO) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$262

Fastest flight time

12h 20m

Direct flights

Mon and Tue

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from New York in the past 72 hours is $262. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $580.
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 12h 20m
Direct flights go from New York to Rio de Janeiro on Monday and Tuesday. The only airline offering direct flights is American Airlines.
There are 2 airports near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG), Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU)

  • How far is New York to Rio de Janeiro by plane?

    New York and Rio de Janeiro are 4819.8 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 12h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 New York to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Rio de Janeiro?


Best airlines flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $89Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,767 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $486Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,317 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,934 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $549Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,415 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $610Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,696 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $647Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,068 reviews
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Yes. All flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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