Cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro from £242

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06:30 - 00:40
JFK
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GIG
16h 10m1 stop
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17:40 - 08:10
GIG
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JFK
16h 30m1 stop
£446Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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15:05 - 00:40
JFK
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GIG
31h 35m2 stops
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10:10 - 10:10
GIG
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JFK
26h 00m2 stops
£455Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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15:05 - 00:40
JFK
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GIG
31h 35m2 stops
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17:40 - 20:05
GIG
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JFK
28h 25m1 stop
£487Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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22:35 - 10:15
JFK
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GIG
9h 40mdirect
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17:40 - 08:10
GIG
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JFK
16h 30m1 stop
£528LATAM Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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06:30 - 00:40
JFK
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GIG
16h 10m1 stop
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01:45 - 01:15
GIG
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JFK
25h 30m3 stops
£536Avianca
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
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15:05 - 00:40
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GIG
31h 35m2 stops
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01:45 - 01:15
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JFK
25h 30m3 stops
£558Avianca
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
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22:35 - 10:15
JFK
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GIG
9h 40mdirect
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22:55 - 07:05
GIG
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JFK
10h 10mdirect
£645LATAM Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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22:35 - 10:15
JFK
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GIG
9h 40mdirect
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22:55 - 07:05
GIG
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JFK
10h 10mdirect
£664Delta
Sun, 25 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb
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08:30 - 08:20
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GIG
21h 50m1 stop
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22:55 - 07:05
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10h 10mdirect
£667Delta
Mon, 26 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb
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18h 20m2 stops
£687GOL
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United Airlines flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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United Airlines
20 Feb
EWR16:00Newark
15h 35m
1 stop
GIG09:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
1 Mar
GIG21:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
EWR23:10Newark
United Airlines
15 Jan
LGA09:55New York LaGuardia
21h 40m
1 stop
GIG09:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
26 Jan
GIG21:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 33m
1 stop
LGA16:28New York LaGuardia
United Airlines
10 Mar
LGA15:39New York LaGuardia
16h 56m
1 stop
GIG09:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16 Mar
GIG20:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 35m
1 stop
LGA14:30New York LaGuardia

Delta flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Delta deals on New York to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Delta
25 Jan
JFK22:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 40m
GIG10:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
11 Feb
GIG22:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 10m
JFK07:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
26 Jan
JFK08:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 50m
1 stop
GIG08:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14 Feb
GIG22:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 10m
JFK07:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
26 Jan
JFK11:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 30m
2 stops
GIG07:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14 Feb
GIG22:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 10m
JFK07:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

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New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

06:30-00:40

1 stop16h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/1

17:40-08:10

1 stop16h 30m

£446

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

15:05-00:40

2 stops31h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/1

10:10-10:10

2 stops26h 00m

£455

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

15:05-00:40

2 stops31h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/1

17:40-20:05

1 stop28h 25m

£487

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

22:35-10:15

Nonstop9h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/1

17:40-08:10

1 stop16h 30m

£528

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

06:30-00:40

1 stop16h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 23/1

01:45-01:15

3 stops25h 30m

£536

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

15:05-00:40

2 stops31h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 23/1

01:45-01:15

3 stops25h 30m

£558

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

22:35-10:15

Nonstop9h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/1

22:55-07:05

Nonstop10h 10m

£645

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 25/1

22:35-10:15

Nonstop9h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/2

22:55-07:05

Nonstop10h 10m

£664

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 26/1

08:30-08:20

1 stop21h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 14/2

22:55-07:05

Nonstop10h 10m

£667

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - SDU

LGASDU

New York LaGuardia

Mon 19/1

15:56-10:45

2 stops16h 49m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 24/1

17:40-10:00

2 stops18h 20m

£687

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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 £558. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro in March, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Rio de Janeiro during September average around £575.

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 £578. 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 £716 per ticket.

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

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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 £705 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 £590 on momondo.

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

There are 3 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 December 2025, prices for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 23% cheaper 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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Cheap New York to Rio de Janeiro (NYC to RIO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Fastest flight time

9h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

1 airport
The fastest flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro takes 9h 40m
Direct flights go from New York to Rio de Janeiro every day.
There is 1 airport near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG)
  • 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 9h 40m, 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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