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

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $500.

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: 12h 11m.

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

Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Delta 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 46% 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.

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 Washington, D.C. (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 22m on average. If you fly from Baltimore (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 13h 27m.

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?

Miami (MIA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 22m.

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

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

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.

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9:17 am - 10:15 am

BWI

GIG

22h 58m2 stops

11:55 pm - 9:18 pm

GIG

BWI

23h 23m2 stops

$507American Airlines

mié., ene. 21 - sáb., ene. 31

6:00 pm - 8:20 am

DCA

GIG

12h 20m1 stop

10:55 pm - 10:28 am

GIG

DCA

13h 33m1 stop

$540LATAM Airlines

mar., ene. 20 - mar., feb. 3

7:49 pm - 10:15 am

IAD

GIG

12h 26m1 stop

10:55 pm - 11:43 am

GIG

IAD

14h 48m1 stop

$540LATAM Airlines

lun., ene. 19 - vie., feb. 6

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GIG

12h 20m1 stop

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GIG

DCA

13h 28m1 stop

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mar., ene. 20 - vie., feb. 6

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GIG

12h 26m1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:13 am

GIG

IAD

13h 43m1 stop

$541LATAM Airlines

lun., ene. 19 - jue., feb. 5

5:00 pm - 10:15 am

DCA

GIG

15h 15m1 stop

9:30 pm - 11:09 am

GIG

DCA

14h 39m1 stop

$542Delta

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12:23 pm - 10:15 am

IAD

GIG

19h 52m1 stop

10:55 pm - 7:19 pm

GIG

IAD

21h 24m1 stop

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10:35 am - 6:15 am

BWI

GIG

17h 40m1 stop

10:30 pm - 2:49 pm

GIG

BWI

18h 19m1 stop

$542American Airlines

mié., ene. 21 - mié., feb. 4

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IAD

GIG

32h 05m1 stop

8:45 pm - 1:15 pm

GIG

IAD

18h 30m2 stops

$544GOL

jue., ene. 8 - jue., ene. 22

2:35 pm - 12:40 am

IAD

GIG

32h 05m1 stop

1:45 am - 1:15 pm

GIG

IAD

13h 30m1 stop

$550GOL

mar., feb. 17 - jue., feb. 26

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American Airlines

Jan 21

BWI9:17 amBaltimore/Washington

22h 58m

2 stops

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jan 31

GIG11:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 23m

2 stops

BWI9:18 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Jan 21

BWI10:35 amBaltimore/Washington

17h 40m

1 stop

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Feb 4

GIG10:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 19m

1 stop

BWI2:49 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Jan 23

BWI2:46 pmBaltimore/Washington

17h 29m

2 stops

GIG10:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jan 29

GIG10:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 26m

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BWI1:56 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Jan 8

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jan 22

GIG8:45 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 30m

2 stops

IAD1:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Feb 17

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 05m

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GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Feb 26

GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 30m

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Jan 16

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 30m

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GIG7:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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18h 30m

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mié. 1/21

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2 stops22h 58m

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sáb. 1/31

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mar. 1/20

6:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 20m

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mar. 2/3

10:55 pm-10:28 am

1 stop13h 33m

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 1/19

7:49 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 26m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 2/6

10:55 pm-11:43 am

1 stop14h 48m

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 1/20

6:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 2/6

10:55 pm-10:23 am

1 stop13h 28m

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IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 1/19

7:49 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 26m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/5

9:30 pm-9:13 am

1 stop13h 43m

$541

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DCAGIG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 3/2

5:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 15m

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lun. 3/9

9:30 pm-11:09 am

1 stop14h 39m

$542

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IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 2/26

12:23 pm-10:15 am

1 stop19h 52m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 3/15

10:55 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop21h 24m

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BWI - GIG

BWIGIG

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 1/21

10:35 am-6:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 2/4

10:30 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop18h 19m

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IAD - GIG

IADGIG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 1/8

2:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop32h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 1/22

8:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$544

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IAD - GIG

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 2/17

2:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop32h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/26

1:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

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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 $590. 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 September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $622.

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Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $749. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $979.

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Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $766 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $918. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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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 $689 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 $559 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 12h 20m

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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.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is LATAM Airlines, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 19%, Copa Airlines at 18%, and American Airlines at 12%.

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Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $749. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $979.

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

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Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $500.

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Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 11m.

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Miami (MIA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 22m.

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