Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from £199

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03:50 - 06:20JFK-GIG
25h 30m3 stops
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09:59 - 03:56GIG-JFK
18h 57m1 stop
Sun, 31 Aug - Fri, 5 Sep
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27h 29m1 stop
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07:45 - 06:20JFK-GIG
21h 35m1 stop
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01:30 - 13:59GIG-JFK
13h 29m1 stop
£492Avianca
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02:19 - 00:25JFK-GIG
21h 06m1 stop
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05:05 - 22:00GIG-JFK
17h 55m1 stop
£494Copa Airlines
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20:15 - 13:40JFK-GIG
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26h 05m2 stops
£497Delta
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00:30 - 00:25JFK-GIG
22h 55m1 stop
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01:30 - 13:59GIG-JFK
13h 29m1 stop
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12:29 - 10:15JFK-GIG
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15:50 - 08:15LGA-GIG
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23h 22m1 stop
£503United Airlines
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24h 15m1 stop
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20h 25m1 stop
£503United Airlines
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02:16 - 00:25JFK-GIG
21h 09m1 stop
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15h 51m1 stop
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Avianca flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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Avianca
1 Sept
JFK07:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 35m
1 stop
GIG06:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
4 Sept
GIG01:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 29m
1 stop
JFK13:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
31 Aug
JFK00:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
GIG00:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
4 Sept
GIG01:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 29m
1 stop
JFK13:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
31 Aug
JFK03:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 50m
2 stops
GIG00:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
4 Sept
GIG01:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 29m
1 stop
JFK13:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

Copa Airlines flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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Copa Airlines
18 Sept
JFK02:19New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 06m
1 stop
GIG00:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
26 Sept
GIG05:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 55m
1 stop
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Copa Airlines
25 Oct
JFK02:16New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 09m
1 stop
GIG00:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
1 Nov
GIG09:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 51m
1 stop
JFK00:46New York John F Kennedy Intl
Copa Airlines
31 Aug
JFK02:19New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 41m
1 stop
GIG08:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
5 Sept
GIG05:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 51m
1 stop
JFK03:56New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Rio de Janeiro?

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

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £547. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Rio de Janeiro during January average around £583.

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 New York to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as £567. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around £703 per ticket.

What is the cheapest New York to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best New York - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

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 New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around £689 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from New York for as low as £582 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Rio de Janeiro.

How have New York to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

£199

Fastest flight time

9h 30m

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Every day

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from New York in the past 72 hours is £199. The best return flight deal from New York to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £464.
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 9h 30m
Direct flights go from New York to Rio de Janeiro every day.
There are 2 airports near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG), Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU)

  • How far is New York to Rio de Janeiro by plane?

    New York and Rio de Janeiro are 4819.8 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 13h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    Prices for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York 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 plane model from New York to Rio de Janeiro?


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