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 67% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Historically, on average around 67% 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 174 minutes.

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

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

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Copa Airlines, American 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 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 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.

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: 43% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $531.

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

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 20m.

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

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

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

As of February 2026, there are 7 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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ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $276, 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $649.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flights?

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The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro takes 13h 06m

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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 06m.
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As of February 2026, there are 7 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 29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 16%, Avianca at 14%, and LATAM Airlines at 13%.

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LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,918 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $299	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,175 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,557 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,259 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,256 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $619	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,496 reviews	Search Avianca flights
GOL	PriceFrom $666	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,168 reviews	Search GOL flights

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

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

Historically, on average around 67% 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 174 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning 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 67% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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: 43% 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 Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $531.

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

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 20m.

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.

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