Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from $270

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6:30 am - 6:25 am
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GIG
21h 55m1 stop
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5:10 am - 6:35 am
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JFK
27h 25m1 stop
$545Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26
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6:59 pm - 10:25 pm
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SDU
26h 26m2 stops
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8:15 am - 11:35 pm
SDU
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EWR
16h 20m2 stops
$551Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12
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5:50 am - 6:25 am
JFK
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GIG
22h 35m2 stops
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12:10 pm - 8:10 am
GIG
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JFK
22h 00m2 stops
$552Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
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2:20 pm - 6:25 am
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GIG
14h 05m1 stop
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7:30 am - 5:05 am
GIG
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JFK
23h 35m1 stop
$556Avianca
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
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12:35 am - 12:40 am
JFK
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GIG
22h 05m1 stop
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7:15 am - 8:05 pm
GIG
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JFK
14h 50m1 stop
$560Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25
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GIG
22h 35m2 stops
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3:10 pm - 8:00 am
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JFK
17h 50m1 stop
$561Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Wed, Mar 11
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10:05 am - 4:40 pm
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SDU
28h 35m2 stops
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1:45 pm - 9:00 pm
SDU
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JFK
32h 15m2 stops
$583Air Canada
Sun, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 16
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8:30 pm - 12:05 pm
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GIG
13h 35m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 1:40 pm
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EWR
18h 40m1 stop
$593Air Canada
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
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6:55 pm - 3:10 pm
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GIG
18h 15m2 stops
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11:25 am - 9:42 am
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24h 17m2 stops
$596Air Canada
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
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27h 48m1 stop
$600Air Canada
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Avianca flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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Avianca
Jan 22
JFK2:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
GIG6:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Feb 4
GIG7:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 35m
1 stop
JFK5:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
Jan 19
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
GIG6:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Feb 27
GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 10m
1 stop
JFK12:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
Jan 17
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
GIG6:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Feb 7
GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 10m
1 stop
JFK12:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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
Mar 1
JFK10:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 35m
2 stops
SDU4:40 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Mar 16
SDU1:45 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
32h 15m
2 stops
JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Air Canada
Jan 22
EWR8:30 pmNewark
13h 35m
1 stop
GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Feb 4
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
EWR1:40 pmNewark
Air Canada
Jan 22
EWR6:55 pmNewark
18h 15m
2 stops
GIG3:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Feb 4
GIG11:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 17m
2 stops
EWR9:42 amNewark

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New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-6:25 am

1 stop21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/26

5:10 am-6:35 am

1 stop27h 25m

$545

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - SDU

EWRSDU

Newark

Mon 3/9

6:59 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops26h 26m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 3/12

8:15 am-11:35 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$551

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

5:50 am-6:25 am

2 stops22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 2/27

12:10 pm-8:10 am

2 stops22h 00m

$552

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/22

2:20 pm-6:25 am

1 stop14h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/4

7:30 am-5:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$556

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/18

12:35 am-12:40 am

1 stop22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/25

7:15 am-8:05 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$560

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/6

5:50 am-6:25 am

2 stops22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

3:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop17h 50m

$561

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - SDU

JFKSDU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/1

10:05 am-4:40 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/16

1:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$583

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 1/22

8:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/4

9:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$593

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 1/22

6:55 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/4

11:25 am-9:42 am

2 stops24h 17m

$596

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Thu 1/22

6:55 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/4

9:00 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop27h 48m

$600

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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 September is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $767.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $882. 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 New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $976.

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

In the afternoon 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 $633. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $927 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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $941 when searching 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 $787 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 23% cheaper 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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Best Price Found

$449

Fastest flight time

9h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from New York in the past 72 hours is $449. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $823.
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 9h 25m
Direct flights go from New York to Rio de Janeiro every day.
There is 1 airport near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG)
  • 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 13h 35m, 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.

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  • 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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DeltaPriceFrom $338Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,010 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $454Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,066 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $470Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,479 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $498Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,554 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $581Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,890 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $584Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $742Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,128 reviews
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  • GOL Flights From New York to Rio de Janeiro

    Across 7 GOL flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro this week, the average price was $1,012, with the best GOL deals starting from $742 round-trip. 1,128 users have rated GOL on momondo, with an average score of 7.3/10.

  • American Airlines Flights From New York to Rio de Janeiro

    American Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. American Airlines flight deals for New York to Rio de Janeiro start from as low as $584 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average American Airlines deals seen on momondo around $1,007. American Airlines operates 7 flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York in an average week. Users have rated it 7.2/10 across 11,047 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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