Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $487.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Rio de Janeiro and Washington, D.C.?

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 59m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Miami (MIA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 33m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

LATAM Airlines, Avianca, and Copa Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

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 Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Washington, D.C. may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:30 am - 5:25 am

GIG

IAD

22h 55m

1 stop

6:45 am - 12:40 am

IAD

GIG

16h 55m

1 stop

$487Avianca

Sun, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 13

1:30 am - 2:00 pm

GIG

IAD

13h 30m

1 stop

7:00 am - 12:25 am

IAD

GIG

16h 25m

1 stop

$488Avianca

Tue, May 5 - Wed, Jun 3

10:10 am - 12:32 am

GIG

IAD

15h 22m

1 stop

2:18 am - 12:30 am

IAD

GIG

21h 12m

1 stop

$489Copa Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

10:55 pm - 5:00 pm

GIG

DCA

19h 05m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 7:20 am

DCA

GIG

12h 20m

1 stop

$492Delta

Mon, Mar 16 - Fri, Mar 20

9:55 pm - 11:51 pm

GIG

IAD

27h 56m

1 stop

6:00 am - 9:35 am

IAD

GIG

26h 35m

1 stop

$493United Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 15

9:55 pm - 11:50 pm

GIG

DCA

27h 55m

1 stop

8:00 am - 9:35 am

DCA

GIG

24h 35m

1 stop

$493United Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 16

9:30 pm - 6:33 pm

GIG

IAD

22h 03m

1 stop

10:06 am - 7:20 am

IAD

GIG

20h 14m

1 stop

$501LATAM Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

10:55 pm - 5:00 pm

GIG

DCA

19h 05m

1 stop

6:59 am - 7:10 am

DCA

GIG

23h 11m

2 stops

$501LATAM Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 19

10:10 am - 4:15 am

GIG

IAD

19h 05m

1 stop

9:29 am - 12:30 am

IAD

GIG

14h 01m

1 stop

$509Copa Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Thu, Mar 19

1:40 pm - 1:06 pm

GIG

BWI

24h 26m

2 stops

4:39 pm - 4:30 pm

BWI

GIG

22h 51m

2 stops

$513Delta

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Aug 18

Avianca flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.

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Avianca

Mar 8

GIG7:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

IAD5:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mar 13

IAD6:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$487

Avianca

May 5

GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

IAD2:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jun 3

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 25m

1 stop

GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$488

Avianca

Mar 18

GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 40m

1 stop

IAD5:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mar 23

IAD6:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$527

Copa Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.

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Copa Airlines

Mar 8

GIG10:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 22m

1 stop

IAD12:32 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mar 12

IAD2:18 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 12m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$489

Copa Airlines

Mar 13

GIG10:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

IAD4:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mar 19

IAD9:29 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14h 01m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$509

Copa Airlines

Mar 14

GIG1:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 52m

1 stop

IAD12:32 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mar 19

IAD2:18 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 12m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$529

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/8

7:30 am-5:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/13

6:45 am-12:40 am

1 stop16h 55m

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Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/5

1:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/3

7:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop16h 25m

$488

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/8

10:10 am-12:32 am

1 stop15h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/12

2:18 am-12:30 am

1 stop21h 12m

$489

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

10:55 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/20

6:00 pm-7:20 am

1 stop12h 20m

$492

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/5

9:55 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop27h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop26h 35m

$493

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/5

9:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/16

8:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop24h 35m

$493

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/19

9:30 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop22h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

10:06 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 14m

$501

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - DCA

GIGDCA

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

10:55 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

6:59 am-7:10 am

2 stops23h 11m

$501

Rio de JaneiroWashington, D.C.

GIG - IAD

GIGIAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/13

10:10 am-4:15 am

1 stop19h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

9:29 am-12:30 am

1 stop14h 01m

$509

Rio de JaneiroBaltimore

GIG - BWI

GIGBWI

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/1

1:40 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops24h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/18

4:39 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$513

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Rio de Janeiro and Washington, D.C.?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Rio de Janeiro, with most prices found around $427. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in March, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. during September average around $493.

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You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. takes 13h 43m

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How far is Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. by plane?
The straight-line distance from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. is 4796.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 13h 43m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?
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 Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Washington, D.C. may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. is LATAM Airlines (64% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Copa Airlines (36%).

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You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

LATAM Airlines, Avianca, and Copa Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Rio de Janeiro and Washington, D.C.?

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $487.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 59m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Rio de Janeiro to Washington, D.C.?

Miami (MIA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 33m.

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