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

The flight from North Carolina 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 Raleigh (a popular airport in North Carolina) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport), then the flight time is 12h 21m on average. If you fly from Asheville (another popular airport in North Carolina) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 16h 33m.

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

GOL, American Airlines, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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

American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and GOL are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from North Carolina according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 5 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.

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As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

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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6:25 pm - 7:20 am

RDU

GIG

11h 55m1 stop

7:45 am - 11:10 pm

GIG

RDU

16h 25m2 stops

$487LATAM Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15

2:07 pm - 10:15 am

RDU

GIG

18h 08m1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:15 pm

GIG

RDU

24h 45m1 stop

$492Delta

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 19

12:15 pm - 4:30 pm

RDU

GIG

27h 15m2 stops

7:00 am - 12:26 am

GIG

RDU

18h 26m2 stops

$525Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

4:19 pm - 7:55 am

RDU

GIG

14h 36m1 stop

1:30 am - 2:29 pm

GIG

RDU

13h 59m1 stop

$528Copa Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Thu, May 14

8:46 pm - 8:20 am

CLT

GIG

33h 34m2 stops

10:55 pm - 8:12 pm

GIG

CLT

23h 17m1 stop

$641Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 23

8:05 pm - 4:05 am

ORF

GIG

30h 00m2 stops

10:10 am - 9:44 am

GIG

ORF

24h 34m2 stops

$879Copa Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9

6:00 am - 6:15 am

GSO

GIG

22h 15m1 stop

10:30 pm - 4:49 pm

GIG

GSO

20h 19m1 stop

$1,105American Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 8

8:30 am - 6:15 am

GSO

GIG

19h 45m2 stops

10:30 pm - 4:49 pm

GIG

GSO

20h 19m1 stop

$1,110American Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 8

5:25 pm - 9:35 am

GSO

GIG

38h 10m2 stops

9:55 pm - 2:11 pm

GIG

GSO

18h 16m2 stops

$1,150United Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

8:00 pm - 9:35 am

GSO

GIG

59h 35m2 stops

9:55 pm - 8:51 pm

GIG

GSO

24h 56m2 stops

$1,170United Airlines

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

LATAM Airlines flights from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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LATAM Airlines

Mar 9

RDU6:25 pmRaleigh-Durham

11h 55m

1 stop

GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 15

GIG7:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 25m

2 stops

RDU11:10 pmRaleigh-Durham

$487

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LATAM Airlines

Mar 9

RDU7:59 pmRaleigh-Durham

17h 21m

2 stops

GIG2:20 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 15

GIG7:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 25m

2 stops

RDU11:10 pmRaleigh-Durham

$493

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LATAM Airlines

Mar 13

RDU9:54 amRaleigh-Durham

27h 16m

2 stops

GIG2:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 28

GIG12:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

27h 43m

2 stops

RDU2:53 pmRaleigh-Durham

$513

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Mar 5

RDU2:07 pmRaleigh-Durham

18h 08m

1 stop

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 19

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

24h 45m

1 stop

RDU9:15 pmRaleigh-Durham

$492

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Delta

Mar 2

RDU5:54 pmRaleigh-Durham

12h 26m

1 stop

GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 16

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 44m

1 stop

RDU10:14 amRaleigh-Durham

$500

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Delta

Mar 5

RDU1:01 pmRaleigh-Durham

19h 14m

2 stops

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 19

GIG9:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 43m

1 stop

RDU5:13 pmRaleigh-Durham

$505

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RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:25 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/15

7:45 am-11:10 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$487

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

2:07 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

9:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$492

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/3

12:15 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-12:26 am

2 stops18h 26m

$525

RaleighRio de Janeiro

RDU - GIG

RDUGIG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/11

4:19 pm-7:55 am

1 stop14h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/14

1:30 am-2:29 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$528

CharlotteRio de Janeiro

CLT - GIG

CLTGIG

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 1/18

8:46 pm-8:20 am

2 stops33h 34m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/23

10:55 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$641

NorfolkRio de Janeiro

ORF - GIG

ORFGIG

Norfolk

Wed 3/4

8:05 pm-4:05 am

2 stops30h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

10:10 am-9:44 am

2 stops24h 34m

$879

GreensboroRio de Janeiro

GSO - GIG

GSOGIG

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 1/28

6:00 am-6:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/8

10:30 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$1,105

GreensboroRio de Janeiro

GSO - GIG

GSOGIG

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 1/28

8:30 am-6:15 am

2 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/8

10:30 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$1,110

GreensboroRio de Janeiro

GSO - GIG

GSOGIG

Greensboro/H. Point

Sat 1/31

5:25 pm-9:35 am

2 stops38h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/7

9:55 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops18h 16m

$1,150

GreensboroRio de Janeiro

GSO - GIG

GSOGIG

Greensboro/H. Point

Fri 1/30

8:00 pm-9:35 am

2 stops59h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$1,170

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

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from North Carolina 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 $542. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of February, then departing from North Carolina during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $598.

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

Our data shows that Sunday 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 $610. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,167.

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

Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from North Carolina in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $735 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,093. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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The fastest flight from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 11h 32m

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How old do you have to be to fly from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $467	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $540	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,131 reviews	Search GOL flights
Delta	PriceFrom $556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,008 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $558	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,893 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $580	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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Our data shows that Sunday 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 $610. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,167.

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

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a North Carolina to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

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