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$487+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — RIO
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$678
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$552
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,498
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/16:00 amDTW - SDU
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/89:35 amSDU - DTW
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$678
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/16:00 amDTW - GIG
3 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/86:10 amGIG - DTW
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$700
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2011:05 amDTW - SDU
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Tue 5/271:05 pmSDU - DTW
2 stops27h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 4/20$790
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 10/16:14 amDTW - SDU
2 stops27h 26mGOL
Fri 10/178:30 pmSDU - DTW
2 stops28h 35mGOL
Deal found 4/21$800
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 8/176:16 amDTW - GIG
2 stops39h 19mGOL
Sun 8/246:00 amGIG - DTW
2 stops19h 09mGOL
Deal found 4/21$804
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 5/219:55 amDTW - GIG
2 stops28h 10mAir Canada
Thu 5/293:55 pmGIG - DTW
2 stops24h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 4/21$819
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/225:40 amDTW - GIG
2 stops25h 20mCopa Airlines
Thu 5/11:21 amGIG - DTW
2 stops21h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/21$912
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 9/410:30 amDTW - GIG
2 stops18h 45mDelta
Thu 9/119:00 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop22h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/21$1,029
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 10/16:00 pmDTW - GIG
1 stop15h 15mLATAM Airlines
Sat 10/117:35 pmGIG - DTW
2 stops16h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,074
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 10/2110:40 amDTW - GIG
1 stop20h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/29:55 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop27h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,081
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 11/75:55 amDTW - GIG
1 stop22h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/710:25 pmGIG - DTW
1 stop20h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,109
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 7/192:10 pmDTW - SDU
2 stops24h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/261:00 pmSDU - DTW
2 stops22h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,304

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-8:40 am

3 stops25h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 6/8

9:35 am-9:10 am

2 stops24h 35m

$678

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-11:40 pm

3 stops40h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/8

6:10 am-9:10 am

2 stops28h 00m

$700

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

11:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 5/27

1:05 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$790

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/21

9:55 am-3:05 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/29

3:55 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops24h 38m

$819

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/9

9:24 am-8:00 am

2 stops21h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 7/1

1:29 am-10:05 pm

2 stops21h 36m

$951

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/25

2:05 pm-9:35 am

2 stops18h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/30

8:40 am-9:30 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,237

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/9

10:01 am-8:20 am

2 stops21h 19m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 7/2

11:00 pm-3:22 pm

2 stops17h 22m

$1,266

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/20

8:20 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 7/26

9:05 pm-10:06 am

2 stops38h 01m

$1,273

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - SDU

DTWSDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/19

2:10 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 7/26

1:00 pm-10:13 am

2 stops22h 13m

$1,304

DetroitRio de Janeiro

DTW - GIG

DTWGIG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/21

7:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/29

9:00 pm-9:23 am

1 stop13h 23m

$1,344

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Deals found on 4/22

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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 Detroit to Rio de Janeiro in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 April 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 April 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
1,764 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7.5
Good
1,408 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,064 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro. 2 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rio de Janeiro on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rio de Janeiro should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from $790. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are GOL, from $800, and Copa Airlines, from $951. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio de Janeiro 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,022Average$1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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