What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Rio de Janeiro?

Avianca, American Airlines, and GOL are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Rio de Janeiro

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 73% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 15m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

Panama City (PTY) 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $667.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Bogotá (BOG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 23m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

Historically, on average around 73% of flights between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 213 minutes.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

As of March 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:20 pm - 3:35 pm

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GIG

14h 15m

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4:40 pm - 9:20 pm

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ORD

30h 40m

1 stop

$546Avianca

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

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23h 10m

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23h 10m

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16h 00m

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$584Multiple Airlines

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GIG

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$585Avianca

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2

11:20 pm - 12:30 am

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23h 10m

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GIG

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41h 19m

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$587Multiple Airlines

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23h 10m

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29h 09m

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$590Multiple Airlines

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27h 00m

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9:00 pm - 10:29 am

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15h 29m

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$596Delta

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34h 36m

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8:15 pm - 2:48 pm

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20h 33m

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$721LATAM Airlines

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9:30 pm - 4:45 pm

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24h 08m

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$802United Airlines

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4:25 pm - 4:45 pm

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22h 20m

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1:45 pm - 9:36 am

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21h 51m

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$806United Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Tue, Jun 2

Avianca flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro

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Avianca

May 3

ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 15m

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GIG3:35 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 10

GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$546

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May 3

ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m

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GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 19

GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 40m

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ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$577

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May 26

ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m

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GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 2

GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 40m

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ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$585

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May 3

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m

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May 19

GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 29m

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ORD10:29 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$596

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May 3

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m

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GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 7

GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 26m

1 stop

ORD8:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$616

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4:25 pm-4:45 pm

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1:45 pm-9:36 am

2 stops21h 51m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $645, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $648.

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You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro takes 13h 37m

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The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl and Rio de Janeiro is about 5311.4 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 13h 37m.
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As of March 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is Copa Airlines, representing 28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 16%, United Airlines at 15%, and Avianca at 15%.

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LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,917 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $299	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,319 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,459 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $424	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,575 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,488 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,195 reviews	Search GOL flights

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