Question 1

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Flights via Toronto (YYZ) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $667.

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per day?

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As of February 2026, there are 3 flights per day flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 4

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

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Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $633 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $991. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 5

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 53m.

Question 6

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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Air Canada, Avianca, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Question 7

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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The flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from New York (a popular airport in New York) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport), then the flight time is 11h 22m on average. If you fly from Newark (another popular airport in New York) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 12h 32m.

Question 8

How have New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

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As of February 2026, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 37% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $685. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of October, then departing from New York during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $708.

Question 10

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per week?

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21 flights are operational weekly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 11

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around $956 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York for as low as $794 on momondo.

Question 12

Can stopping save me money on New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

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You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

Question 13

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Flights connecting via Sao Paulo (GRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 14m.

Question 14

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from New York according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $835 to $1,305.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $550.

Question 16

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Sao Paulo (GRU) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $918. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,082.

Question 18

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

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

Question 19

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Prices for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are updated daily.

Question 20

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Question 21

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Question 22

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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.

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Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $918. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,082.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

How have New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 37% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

Air Canada, Avianca, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Sao Paulo (GRU) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $667.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Sao Paulo (GRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 14m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 53m.

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per day?

As of February 2026, there are 3 flights per day flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per week?

21 flights are operational weekly from New York to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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