How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Baltimore (a popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport), then the flight time is 12h 10m on average. If you fly from Washington, D.C. (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 13h 17m.

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

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

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Copa Airlines, GOL and LATAM Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 22m.

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

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 45% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 6 as of July 2026.

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$311 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in 2026

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4:41 pm - 7:55 am

BWI

GIG

14h 14m

1 stop

1:30 am - 3:15 pm

GIG

BWI

14h 45m

1 stop

$643Copa Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 17

4:41 pm - 7:55 am

BWI

GIG

14h 14m

1 stop

5:10 am - 3:15 pm

GIG

BWI

35h 05m

1 stop

$648Copa Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17

11:51 am - 9:25 am

BWI

GIG

19h 34m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 11:01 am

GIG

BWI

13h 06m

1 stop

$655GOL

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

7:14 pm - 9:25 am

BWI

GIG

13h 11m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 6:32 pm

GIG

BWI

20h 37m

1 stop

$655GOL

Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4

6:20 pm - 4:30 pm

BWI

GIG

21h 10m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 10:57 am

GIG

BWI

14h 57m

1 stop

$655Delta

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24

6:20 pm - 4:30 pm

BWI

GIG

21h 10m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 7:50 pm

GIG

BWI

31h 10m

2 stops

$655Delta

Thu, Aug 20 - Fri, Aug 28

6:20 pm - 4:30 pm

BWI

GIG

21h 10m

2 stops

7:05 am - 9:58 am

GIG

BWI

27h 53m

2 stops

$655LATAM Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28

7:00 am - 6:15 am

BWI

GIG

22h 15m

2 stops

7:05 am - 9:58 am

GIG

BWI

27h 53m

2 stops

$655LATAM Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 28

5:00 am - 6:15 am

DCA

GIG

24h 15m

1 stop

11:00 pm - 10:02 am

GIG

DCA

13h 02m

1 stop

$664American Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2

5:25 pm - 8:20 am

DCA

GIG

13h 55m

1 stop

9:55 pm - 10:00 am

GIG

DCA

13h 05m

1 stop

$664American Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23

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GOL flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Nov 8

DCA1:36 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

14h 39m

1 stop

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 14

GIG3:25 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 24m

2 stops

DCA12:49 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$663

GOL

Nov 6

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 14

GIG7:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

IAD4:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$683

GOL

Sep 25

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Oct 1

GIG1:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 40m

1 stop

IAD2:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$690

United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Oct 24

IAD10:18 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 17m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 2

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

24h 54m

1 stop

IAD8:49 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$664

United Airlines

Nov 3

BWI6:00 amBaltimore/Washington

25h 35m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 9

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

BWI4:25 pmBaltimore/Washington

$665

United Airlines

Oct 26

IAD10:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 6

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$669

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Fri 9/11

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4:41 pm-7:55 am

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5:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop35h 05m

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11:51 am-9:25 am

1 stop19h 34m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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11:55 pm-11:01 am

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7:14 pm-9:25 am

1 stop13h 11m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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11:55 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop20h 37m

$655

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BWIGIG

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6:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/24

9:00 pm-10:57 am

1 stop14h 57m

$655

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BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/20

6:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/28

1:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$655

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BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/21

6:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/28

7:05 am-9:58 am

2 stops27h 53m

$655

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BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-6:15 am

2 stops22h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/28

7:05 am-9:58 am

2 stops27h 53m

$655

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DCA - GIG

DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/28

5:00 am-6:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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11:00 pm-10:02 am

1 stop13h 02m

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Wed 9/9

5:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/23

9:55 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 05m

$664

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $617 to $733.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $643.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $625. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of October, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $627.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around $922 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. for as low as $513 on momondo.

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

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by plane?
A flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl will travel around 4787.9 mi. Flights usually cover this in 12h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 6 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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 Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is GOL, representing 34% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 15%, Delta at 15%, and LATAM Airlines at 15%.

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Avianca	PriceFrom $270	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,522 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $340	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,559 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
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GOL	PriceFrom $568	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,263 reviews	Search GOL flights

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