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$287+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — GIG
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$629
(Priceline)

One-way from

$287
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,094

Good round-trip deal

$684 or less

Good one-way deal

$483 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sun 5/113:50 amJFK - GIG
3 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/255:30 pmGIG - JFK
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$614
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/183:50 amJFK - GIG
3 stops19h 35mAvianca
Thu 5/297:25 amGIG - JFK
1 stop16h 15mAvianca
Deal found 4/15$628
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/209:00 amJFK - GIG
2 stops29h 05mAir Canada
Thu 9/43:45 pmGIG - JFK
2 stops30h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/15$675
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 5/89:34 amJFK - GIG
1 stop17h 16mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/234:55 amGIG - JFK
1 stop33h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/15$740
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/128:15 pmJFK - GIG
2 stops20h 20mLATAM Airlines
Sun 5/258:40 amGIG - JFK
1 stop23h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/15$751
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3112:30 amJFK - GIG
1 stop22h 55mGOL
Mon 9/157:25 amGIG - JFK
1 stop16h 15mGOL
Deal found 4/16$770

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Price

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/11

3:50 am-12:25 am

3 stops19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/25

5:30 pm-1:35 am

3 stops33h 05m

$614

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/18

3:50 am-12:25 am

3 stops19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/29

7:25 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$628

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/20

9:00 am-3:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/4

3:45 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$675

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

9:34 am-3:50 am

1 stop17h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/23

4:55 am-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$740

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/12

8:15 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/25

8:40 am-7:35 am

1 stop23h 55m

$751

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/31

12:30 am-12:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/6

7:25 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$770

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/27

3:50 am-12:25 am

3 stops19h 35m

$287

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/18

12:23 pm-11:05 am

3 stops45h 42m

$291

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

3:24 pm-5:35 pm

3 stops25h 11m

$333

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

2:22 am-12:15 am

1 stop20h 53m

$399

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 JFK to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 16, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines from New York to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,057 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,134 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip from $629. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $693, and LATAM Airlines, from $751. Avianca is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $287. However, be on the lookout for offers from GOL and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are American Airlines (84%), Japan Airlines (84%) and Alaska Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,906 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $423 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl) is currently priced at $581.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$487Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$497Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$549Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$583Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$590Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$647Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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