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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 13h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Baltimore to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 13h 35m 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 Delta 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 33% 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 airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Rio de Janeiro?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 48% 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 Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $500.

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

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

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

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 25m.

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

Flights connecting via New York (JFK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 26m.

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 February 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.

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3:35 pm - 12:30 am

IAD

GIG

31h 55m

1 stop

7:20 am - 5:20 am

GIG

IAD

23h 00m

1 stop

$545GOL

Wed, Apr 22 - Thu, Apr 30

6:50 am - 12:30 am

IAD

GIG

16h 40m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 5:20 am

GIG

IAD

13h 40m

1 stop

$546Avianca

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 24

6:50 am - 12:30 am

IAD

GIG

16h 40m

1 stop

1:35 am - 2:15 pm

GIG

IAD

13h 40m

1 stop

$548GOL

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 16

6:50 am - 12:30 am

IAD

GIG

16h 40m

1 stop

1:35 am - 5:20 am

GIG

IAD

28h 45m

1 stop

$549GOL

Sat, Jun 27 - Sat, Jul 11

11:56 am - 7:20 am

BWI

GIG

18h 24m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 10:51 am

GIG

BWI

14h 21m

1 stop

$554LATAM Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 11

5:00 pm - 12:40 pm

DCA

GIG

18h 40m

2 stops

7:00 am - 11:45 pm

GIG

DCA

17h 45m

2 stops

$554LATAM Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, May 10

4:45 pm - 12:30 am

BWI

GIG

30h 45m

1 stop

1:35 am - 3:17 pm

GIG

BWI

14h 42m

1 stop

$572Copa Airlines

Wed, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 31

2:55 pm - 6:15 am

DCA

GIG

14h 20m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 12:38 pm

GIG

DCA

14h 43m

1 stop

$575American Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 11

4:45 pm - 7:55 am

BWI

GIG

14h 10m

1 stop

1:35 am - 3:17 pm

GIG

BWI

14h 42m

1 stop

$580Copa Airlines

Sun, Mar 29 - Tue, Mar 31

8:09 am - 4:45 pm

BWI

SDU

31h 36m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 11:30 am

SDU

BWI

22h 40m

2 stops

$753United Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

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

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LATAM Airlines

Apr 25

DCA5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

18h 40m

2 stops

GIG12:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 10

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 45m

2 stops

DCA11:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$554

LATAM Airlines

May 3

BWI12:40 pmBaltimore/Washington

20h 35m

1 stop

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 10

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 57m

2 stops

BWI12:57 amBaltimore/Washington

$560

LATAM Airlines

Apr 25

DCA5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

18h 40m

2 stops

GIG12:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 9

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 45m

2 stops

DCA11:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$563

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Avianca

May 13

IAD6:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 40m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 24

GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 40m

1 stop

IAD5:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$546

Avianca

Apr 12

IAD6:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 40m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Apr 25

GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 40m

1 stop

IAD5:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$569

Avianca

Apr 25

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 10

GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

36h 40m

2 stops

IAD4:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$570

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/22

3:35 pm-12:30 am

1 stop31h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/30

7:20 am-5:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

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IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

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Sun 5/24

4:40 pm-5:20 am

1 stop13h 40m

$546

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IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/6

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/16

1:35 am-2:15 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$548

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/27

6:50 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 7/11

1:35 am-5:20 am

1 stop28h 45m

$549

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/9

11:56 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

9:30 pm-10:51 am

1 stop14h 21m

$554

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

DCA - GIG

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/25

5:00 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

$554

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/25

4:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/31

1:35 am-3:17 pm

1 stop14h 42m

$572

Washington, D.C.Rio de Janeiro

DCA - GIG

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

2:55 pm-6:15 am

1 stop14h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

10:55 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop14h 43m

$575

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/29

4:45 pm-7:55 am

1 stop14h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/31

1:35 am-3:17 pm

1 stop14h 42m

$580

BaltimoreRio de Janeiro

BWI - SDU

BWISDU

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/11

8:09 am-4:45 pm

2 stops31h 36m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/18

1:50 pm-11:30 am

2 stops22h 40m

$753

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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 $574, 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 $587.

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 $673 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 $462 on momondo.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 12% 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 30m

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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 30m 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 February 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 (19% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Copa Airlines (18%), LATAM Airlines (18%), and United Airlines (13%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,238 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $423	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,175 reviews	Search GOL flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $456	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,918 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $522	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,497 reviews	Search Avianca flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,344 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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