Rio de Janeiro

$333+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RIO
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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The best prices from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in October or September, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$497
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$333
(Priceline)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flights.
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 36% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/155:45 amORD - GIG
1 stop24h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/229:55 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$497
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/166:00 pmORD - SDU
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/267:50 amSDU - ORD
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$636
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/41:54 pmORD - GIG
1 stop15h 11mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/101:25 amGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/2$639
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/299:10 pmORD - SDU
2 stops42h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/95:30 pmSDU - ORD
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$653
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 12/15:00 amORD - GIG
1 stop22h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/911:55 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops18h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$658
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 11/121:35 pmORD - GIG
1 stop13h 40mAvianca
Mon 11/181:45 amGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 30mAvianca
Deal found 11/4$683
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/105:05 amORD - GIG
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/221:45 amGIG - ORD
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$691
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 12/16:00 amORD - GIG
2 stops21h 35mDelta
Fri 12/65:05 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops20h 41mDelta
Deal found 11/4$700
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/46:00 amMDW - GIG
2 stops21h 35mDelta
Wed 12/115:05 pmGIG - MDW
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/2$700
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 12/412:43 pmMDW - GIG
2 stops24h 37mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/812:50 pmGIG - MDW
2 stops24h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/3$713
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 12/47:10 amORD - GIG
2 stops20h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/812:50 pmGIG - ORD
2 stops24h 59mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/3$720
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/24:52 pmORD - GIG
2 stops35h 18mGOL
Mon 12/911:00 pmGIG - ORD
1 stop14h 58mGOL
Deal found 11/2$776

Find flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/11

1:35 pm-6:15 am

1 stop13h 40m

$333

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - SDU

ORDSDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

1:20 pm-10:45 am

2 stops19h 25m

$335

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/3

6:00 am-8:05 am

2 stops23h 05m

$340

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

6:54 am-3:50 am

1 stop17h 56m

$365

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

1:55 am-4:15 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$456

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

MDW - GIG

MDWGIG

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/3

10:41 am-6:35 am

2 stops16h 54m

$457

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

11:59 am-9:30 pm

2 stops30h 31m

$463

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/4

11:10 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 10m

$472

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - SDU

ORDSDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

6:00 pm-11:35 am

1 stop14h 35m

$578

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

11:50 am-7:15 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$368

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

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 Chicago to Rio de Janeiro in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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 Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Rio de Janeiro 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 Chicago-Rio de Janeiro 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 Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on November 1, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 28 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 Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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 CHI to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro 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 when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Delta and LATAM Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

8.1
Very good
840 reviews
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

7.8
Good
1,869 reviews
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

7.5
Good
1,970 reviews
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

7.5
Good
2,027 reviews
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $497, but on average you can expect to pay $943.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro for under $500?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($497), Copa Airlines ($631), and American Airlines ($660) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. United Airlines is priced at 48% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $333 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include GOL from $335 and Copa Airlines from $365 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

  • What does ORD to GIG mean?

    This is defined as Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG). Codes like Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Rio de Janeiro flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$485Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$517Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$517Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$610Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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