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

Houston (IAH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 31m.

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

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $626.

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 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 13h 05m 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, GOL and LATAM 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 37% 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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 10m.

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

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

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 2026, 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.

$274 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro in 2026

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 $680 to $1,059. The lowest price recently found on this route was $645.

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12:03 pm - 10:15 am

BWI

GIG

21h 12m

1 stop

7:05 am - 9:19 am

GIG

BWI

27h 14m

2 stops

$645LATAM Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31

4:30 pm - 9:35 am

BWI

GIG

15h 05m

1 stop

9:55 pm - 11:35 am

GIG

BWI

15h 40m

1 stop

$646United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 17

2:59 pm - 6:15 am

DCA

GIG

13h 16m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 10:47 am

GIG

DCA

12h 52m

1 stop

$655GOL

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

5:47 pm - 10:15 am

IAD

GIG

15h 28m

1 stop

9:00 pm - 4:42 pm

GIG

IAD

20h 42m

1 stop

$655Delta

Sun, Aug 9 - Thu, Aug 20

5:25 pm - 10:35 am

DCA

GIG

16h 10m

2 stops

6:05 am - 10:00 pm

GIG

DCA

16h 55m

2 stops

$656GOL

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24

3:43 pm - 8:00 am

BWI

GIG

14h 17m

1 stop

10:30 am - 2:14 pm

GIG

BWI

29h 44m

1 stop

$656Copa Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

1:59 pm - 8:20 am

DCA

GIG

17h 21m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 10:00 am

GIG

DCA

13h 05m

1 stop

$659American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

2:25 am - 12:25 am

IAD

GIG

21h 00m

1 stop

10:30 am - 12:32 am

GIG

IAD

15h 02m

1 stop

$660Copa Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

7:40 pm - 2:20 pm

BWI

GIG

17h 40m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 1:04 pm

GIG

BWI

17h 59m

1 stop

$661Delta

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 15

6:35 pm - 8:20 am

BWI

GIG

12h 45m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 10:22 pm

GIG

BWI

25h 12m

1 stop

$664American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 13

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

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Nov 7

BWI4:30 pmBaltimore/Washington

15h 05m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 13

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 40m

1 stop

BWI11:35 amBaltimore/Washington

$646

United Airlines

Nov 8

BWI4:30 pmBaltimore/Washington

15h 05m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 13

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

BWI4:20 pmBaltimore/Washington

$655

United Airlines

Oct 17

IAD10:18 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 57m

1 stop

GIG8:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 4

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 38m

1 stop

IAD6:33 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$664

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

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GOL

Nov 11

DCA2:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

13h 16m

1 stop

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 18

GIG11:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

12h 52m

1 stop

DCA10:47 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$655

GOL

Sep 14

DCA5:25 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

16h 10m

2 stops

GIG10:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 24

GIG6:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 55m

2 stops

DCA10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$656

GOL

Aug 26

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 2

GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

IAD2:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$659

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Wed 8/26

12:03 pm-10:15 am

1 stop21h 12m

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Mon 8/31

7:05 am-9:19 am

2 stops27h 14m

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4:30 pm-9:35 am

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Tue 11/17

9:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 40m

$646

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Wed 11/11

2:59 pm-6:15 am

1 stop13h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/18

11:55 pm-10:47 am

1 stop12h 52m

$655

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

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IADGIG

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Sun 8/9

5:47 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 28m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/20

9:00 pm-4:42 pm

1 stop20h 42m

$655

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DCA - GIG

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/14

5:25 pm-10:35 am

2 stops16h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/24

6:05 am-10:00 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$656

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/1

3:43 pm-8:00 am

1 stop14h 17m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/17

10:30 am-2:14 pm

1 stop29h 44m

$656

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

DCA - GIG

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/11

1:59 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/20

9:55 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 05m

$659

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

2:25 am-12:25 am

1 stop21h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/2

10:30 am-12:32 am

1 stop15h 02m

$660

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/25

7:40 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops17h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/15

9:05 pm-1:04 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$661

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/5

6:35 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/13

10:10 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop25h 12m

$664

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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 January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $233, 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 Washington, D.C. averaging around $234.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. 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 $859 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 $513 on momondo.

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

As of July 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro takes 12h 10m

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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 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro?
As of July 2026, 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 GOL (26% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Copa Airlines (17%), LATAM Airlines (14%), and American Airlines (13%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,458 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $270	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,521 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $340	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,561 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $499	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,954 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,809 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $568	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,258 reviews	Search GOL flights

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