Rio de Janeiro

$281+ 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — RIO
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$550
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$281
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$799

Good round-trip deal

$690 or less

Good one-way deal

$479 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. 6% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro
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 March 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/105:39 pmEWR - GIG
3 stops29h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:10 amGIG - EWR
3 stops35h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$550
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Tue 5/135:15 amEWR - SDU
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:15 amSDU - EWR
3 stops27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$556
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/76:30 pmEWR - GIG
2 stops24h 10mAir Canada
Wed 5/215:00 pmGIG - EWR
2 stops22h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$584
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Wed 5/76:30 pmEWR - SDU
2 stops20h 20mAir Canada
Wed 5/217:55 amSDU - EWR
2 stops26h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$586
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Wed 5/76:00 amJFK - GIG
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/217:25 amGIG - JFK
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$586
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Wed 5/147:55 pmLGA - GIG
3 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/215:45 amGIG - LGA
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$588
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Wed 5/143:24 pmJFK - GIG
1 stop32h 01mAvianca
Fri 5/307:25 amGIG - JFK
1 stop16h 15mAvianca
Deal found 3/25$589
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Wed 5/146:00 amLGA - SDU
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/216:15 amSDU - LGA
2 stops18h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$589
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Mon 5/54:45 pmLGA - GIG
2 stops21h 20mAir Canada
Wed 5/215:00 pmGIG - LGA
2 stops17h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$593
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Fri 5/93:30 pmLGA - SDU
2 stops23h 20mAir Canada
Fri 5/161:05 pmSDU - LGA
2 stops32h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$593
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Wed 5/289:00 amJFK - SDU
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/41:00 pmSDU - JFK
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$594
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Sat 5/36:55 amJFK - SDU
2 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Sat 5/107:50 amSDU - JFK
2 stops38h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$600

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Sat 5/10

5:39 pm-12:35 am

3 stops29h 56m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/19

6:10 am-4:34 pm

3 stops35h 24m

$550

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - SDU

EWRSDU

Newark

Tue 5/13

5:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 5/19

6:15 am-9:07 am

3 stops27h 52m

$556

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - GIG

EWRGIG

Newark

Wed 5/7

6:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/21

5:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$584

NewarkRio de Janeiro

EWR - SDU

EWRSDU

Newark

Wed 5/7

6:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 5/21

7:55 am-9:40 am

2 stops26h 45m

$586

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-6:20 am

2 stops23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/21

7:25 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$586

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/14

7:55 pm-12:35 am

3 stops27h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/21

5:45 am-11:24 pm

2 stops18h 39m

$588

New YorkRio de Janeiro

JFK - GIG

JFKGIG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

3:24 pm-12:25 am

1 stop32h 01m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/30

7:25 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$589

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - SDU

LGASDU

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-9:15 am

2 stops26h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 5/21

6:15 am-11:24 pm

2 stops18h 09m

$589

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - GIG

LGAGIG

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/5

4:45 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/21

5:00 pm-9:34 am

2 stops17h 34m

$593

New YorkRio de Janeiro

LGA - SDU

LGASDU

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/9

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 5/16

1:05 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$593

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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 New York to Rio de Janeiro in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice 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 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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 March 21, 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 84 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 March 26, 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.

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 March 26, 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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

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, Air Canada ($586), Avianca ($590), and Copa Airlines ($647) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Rio de Janeiro. Air Canada is currently priced 35% 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 $333. However, be on the lookout for offers from GOL and Azul, 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 American Airlines (81%), Japan Airlines (81%) or Alaska Airlines (81%) 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 $2,948. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), can usually be booked for $530.

  • 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 $21.

  • 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 $48 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$89Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$489Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$497Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$497Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$549Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$610Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$647Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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