Rio de Janeiro

$288+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — RIO
Feb 27 — Mrz 61
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The best prices from New York to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in October or March, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 Februar 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$536
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$288
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$822

Good round-trip deal

$690 or less

Good one-way deal

$443 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flight deals.
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From New York (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Februar 22, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mi 4/210:10 pmEWR - SDU
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mi 4/96:10 amSDU - EWR
3 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$536
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mi 4/210:10 pmEWR - GIG
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mi 4/96:05 amGIG - EWR
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$557
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mi 3/1911:45 pmJFK - GIG
Nonstop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Do 3/2711:00 pmGIG - JFK
Nonstop9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 3/194:25 pmJFK - GIG
1 stop13h 50mDelta
Di 3/2510:55 pmGIG - JFK
Nonstop10h 15mDelta
Deal found 2/22$589
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 2/2512:55 pmLGA - GIG
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mi 3/56:05 amGIG - LGA
2 stops34h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$590
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 2/2712:55 pmLGA - SDU
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Di 3/49:35 amSDU - LGA
2 stops30h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$591
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 3/198:30 amJFK - GIG
1 stop21h 45mLATAM Airlines
Di 3/258:45 amGIG - JFK
1 stop24h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/22$594
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 3/2612:35 amJFK - GIG
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Di 4/16:15 pmGIG - JFK
2 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$597
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 3/196:30 pmJFK - SDU
2 stops19h 35mLATAM Airlines
Mi 3/2611:05 amSDU - JFK
2 stops20h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/21$597
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 3/173:59 pmLGA - GIG
1 stop15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Di 3/259:30 pmGIG - LGA
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$599
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 3/1710:34 amEWR - GIG
1 stop19h 41mLATAM Airlines
Mi 3/268:30 pmGIG - EWR
1 stop15h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/21$599
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Do 3/136:26 pmEWR - GIG
1 stop12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Do 3/2710:55 pmGIG - EWR
1 stop14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$601

Find flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 Februar 22, 2025.

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NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - SDU

EWRSDU

Newark

Mi 4/2

10:10 pm-8:55 am

3 stops33h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mi 4/9

6:10 am-1:15 am

3 stops20h 05m

$536

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Mi 4/2

10:10 pm-9:20 am

3 stops34h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mi 4/9

6:05 am-1:15 am

2 stops20h 10m

$557

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 3/19

11:45 pm-10:15 am

Nonstop9h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Do 3/27

11:00 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop9h 45m

$586

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 3/19

4:25 pm-7:15 am

1 stop13h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mi 3/26

10:55 pm-8:10 am

Nonstop10h 15m

$589

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Mi 3/19

9:55 am-8:10 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Di 3/25

10:05 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$590

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 3/19

8:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Di 3/25

8:45 am-7:45 am

1 stop24h 00m

$594

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - SDU

JFKSDU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 3/19

6:30 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mi 3/26

11:05 am-6:20 am

2 stops20h 15m

$597

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 3/26

12:35 am-12:40 am

1 stop23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Di 4/1

6:15 pm-12:43 am

2 stops31h 28m

$597

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Mo 3/17

3:59 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Di 3/25

9:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$599

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Mo 3/17

10:34 am-7:15 am

1 stop19h 41m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mi 3/26

8:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 00m

$599

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Rio de Janeiro in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-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 New York to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 Februar 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Rio de Janeiro in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated Februar 22, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to RIO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 Februar 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro, such as Azul, Delta and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Rio de Janeiro. 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 flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($586), Delta ($589), and LATAM Airlines ($594) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Rio de Janeiro. American Airlines is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $353. However, be on the lookout for offers from GOL and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Rio de Janeiro for a low price.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro consider choosing LATAM Airlines (79%), Delta (79%) or Korean Air (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Rio de Janeiro is $383. On average you can expect to pay $971. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), can usually be booked for $584.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Sao Paulo?

    Sao Paulo travelers tend to visit Vibra São Paulo, Memorial da América Latina, and Praça Benedito Calixto more than anywhere else. Vibra São Paulo, Memorial da América Latina, and Praça Benedito Calixto can be visited by traveling about 21.5 mi, 13.4 mi, and 15.4 mi respectively from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl. Those on a layover in Sao Paulo in need of a rental car can book one at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl for about $24.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Bogotá?

    The majority of Bogotá visitors spend their time at Plaza de Bolívar, Museo Botero, and Colombian National Museum. Plaza de Bolívar, Museo Botero, and Colombian National Museum can be visited by traveling about 8.7 mi, 8.9 mi, and 8.0 mi respectively from Bogotá El Dorado. Travelers can rent a car at Bogotá El Dorado for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Rio de Janeiro flights?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from New York 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 7 airlines flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 Februar 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$89Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$491Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$497Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$517Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$549Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$610Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$647Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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