HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$299+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — GIG
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$603
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$299
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$722
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flights.
Search Deals
From Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($145 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1012:41 pmORD - GIG
3 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/209:10 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops27h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$603
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/122:35 pmORD - GIG
1 stop13h 45mAvianca
Tue 5/201:30 amGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 45mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$629
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:54 amORD - GIG
1 stop14h 21mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/194:55 amGIG - ORD
1 stop21h 39mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/31$632
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:38 pmMDW - GIG
1 stop13h 37mDelta
Mon 5/199:00 pmGIG - MDW
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/31$659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:58 pmORD - GIG
1 stop14h 17mDelta
Mon 5/199:00 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop19h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/1$659
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/123:01 pmORD - GIG
2 stops15h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1911:00 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops16h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$662
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:10 amSTL - GIG
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/286:10 amGIG - STL
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$695
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/284:59 pmMDW - GIG
1 stop15h 16mLATAM Airlines
Thu 5/299:00 pmGIG - MDW
1 stop22h 36mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/31$699
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/281:28 pmORD - GIG
1 stop18h 47mLATAM Airlines
Tue 5/139:00 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 29mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/1$699
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/410:40 amORD - GIG
2 stops26h 25mAir Canada
Wed 9/35:00 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops29h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$705
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/272:35 pmORD - GIG
1 stop31h 50mGOL
Mon 5/127:25 amGIG - ORD
1 stop31h 50mGOL
Deal found 3/31$721
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/243:30 pmSTL - GIG
2 stops21h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 9/17:00 amGIG - STL
2 stops18h 39mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/31$754

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

12:41 pm-12:35 am

3 stops33h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/20

9:10 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$603

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

2:35 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/20

1:30 am-1:15 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$629

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

7:54 am-12:15 am

1 stop14h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/19

4:55 am-12:34 am

1 stop21h 39m

$632

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/12

6:38 pm-10:15 am

1 stop13h 37m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/19

9:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$659

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

5:58 pm-10:15 am

1 stop14h 17m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/19

9:00 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop19h 47m

$659

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

11:44 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/19

11:00 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$662

St. LouisRio de Janeiro

STL - GIG

STLGIG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/24

10:10 am-12:35 am

3 stops36h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/28

6:10 am-9:15 am

3 stops29h 05m

$695

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/28

4:59 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/29

9:00 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop22h 36m

$699

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

1:28 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 47m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/13

9:00 pm-8:29 am

1 stop13h 29m

$699

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

10:40 am-3:05 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/28

5:00 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$705

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/31

Showing 1-10 of 31 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as you normally would.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Avianca ($313), GOL ($354), and LATAM Airlines ($431).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is the most popular route from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Miami to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Santos Dumont flights
Newark to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Dulles Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Baltimore to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Miami to Santos Dumont flights
Reagan-National to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Dulles Intl to Santos Dumont flights
Newark to Santos Dumont flights
Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
LaGuardia to Santos Dumont flights
Hobby to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Boston to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Fort Lauderdale to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
O'Hare Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Orlando to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Atlanta to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Fort Lauderdale to Santos Dumont flights
Boston to Santos Dumont flights
Los Angeles to Santos Dumont flights
George Bush Intcntl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Orlando to Santos Dumont flights
O'Hare Intl to Santos Dumont flights
Cleveland to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Santos Dumont flights
San Francisco to Santos Dumont flights
Midway to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Seattle to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Atlanta to Santos Dumont flights
Cleveland to Santos Dumont flights
Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Raleigh to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Denver to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Seattle to Santos Dumont flights
Ontario to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Love Field to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Denver to Santos Dumont flights
Sky Harbor Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Austin to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Tampa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Charlotte to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$485Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$497Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$517Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$517Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$565Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$641Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.