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

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

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly out of and what airport in Rio de Janeiro you fly into. For example, flying from Baltimore to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 12h 22m on average. On the other hand, flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 13h 09m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% 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.

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

As of July 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro 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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Rio de Janeiro?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $688 to $973. The lowest price recently found on this route was $458.

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7:10 am - 6:15 amIAD-GIG

22h 05m1 stop

7:20 am - 4:50 amGIG-IAD

23h 30m1 stop

$458Avianca

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mié., oct. 29 - jue., nov. 6

5:30 am - 12:40 amIAD-GIG

18h 10m2 stops

1:45 am - 1:00 pmGIG-IAD

13h 15m1 stop

$460Avianca

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mié., oct. 29 - mié., nov. 5

6:00 am - 11:40 pmDCA-GIG

16h 40m2 stops

9:30 pm - 9:12 amGIG-DCA

13h 42m1 stop

$467LATAM Airlines

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lun., oct. 27 - dom., nov. 9

2:25 am - 12:15 amIAD-GIG

20h 50m1 stop

1:30 am - 12:28 amGIG-IAD

23h 58m1 stop

$473Copa Airlines

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8:30 pm - 10:15 amDCA-GIG

12h 45m1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:12 amGIG-DCA

13h 42m1 stop

$480LATAM Airlines

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lun., oct. 20 - dom., nov. 2

7:38 pm - 10:15 amDCA-GIG

13h 37m1 stop

5:15 am - 11:42 pmGIG-DCA

19h 27m2 stops

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7:22 am - 10:15 amIAD-GIG

25h 53m1 stop

6:25 pm - 11:40 amGIG-IAD

18h 15m2 stops

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lun., sep. 1 - mié., sep. 17

4:34 pm - 12:15 amIAD-GIG

30h 41m1 stop

10:05 am - 12:28 amGIG-IAD

15h 23m1 stop

$490Copa Airlines

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6:58 pm - 8:20 amBWI-GIG

12h 22m1 stop

11:00 pm - 4:32 pmGIG-BWI

18h 32m2 stops

$505American Airlines

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lun., sep. 1 - mié., sep. 17

1:38 pm - 9:25 amDCA-GIG

18h 47m1 stop

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16h 27m2 stops

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

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Avianca

Oct 29

IAD7:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 6

GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 30m

1 stop

IAD4:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Oct 29

IAD5:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 10m

2 stops

GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 5

GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 15m

1 stop

IAD1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Oct 29

IAD5:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 10m

2 stops

GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 6

GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 20m

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Sep 1

BWI6:58 pmBaltimore/Washington

12h 22m

1 stop

GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 17

GIG11:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 32m

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BWI4:32 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Aug 28

DCA3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

15h 10m

2 stops

GIG7:55 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 3

GIG3:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 07m

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DCA9:02 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Sep 1

BWI6:58 pmBaltimore/Washington

12h 22m

1 stop

GIG8:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 17

GIG11:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 39m

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BWI12:39 pmBaltimore/Washington

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

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

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Washington, D.C. is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $582, 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 Washington, D.C. averaging around $600.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Washington, D.C.. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $801. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Washington, D.C. because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $945.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $810. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $918 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $742 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from Washington, D.C. for as low as $578 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro

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Best Price Found	$224
Fastest flight time	12h 02m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Rio de Janeiro	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $224. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $458.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro takes 12h 02m

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Baltimore/Washington Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

There are 2 airports near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG), Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU)

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro by plane?
Rio de Janeiro is 4796.0 mi away from Washington, D.C.. 12h 22m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?
As of July 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?
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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro 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.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro is Copa Airlines (26% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are LATAM Airlines (22%), Delta (14%), and American Airlines (12%).

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GOL	PriceFrom $423	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,085 reviews	Search GOL flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $476	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 2,374 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,474 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,807 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $567	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,952 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $574	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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

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

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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