Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro

Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest one-way fare found this week from each departure city, in the currency we show for that city.

• From New YorkNov 9, 1 stop $298
• From BostonOct 27, 2 stops $339
• From MiamiNov 16, 2 stops $389
• From LisbonMar 3, 1 stop €363
• From RomeNov 16, 2 stops €375
• From ViennaJun 18, 1 stop €405
• From MadridNov 18, 1 stop €409
• From MilanDec 3, 2 stops €413
• From BarcelonaNov 24, 1 stop €420
• From WarsawNov 15, 3 stops PLN 1,880
• From Los AngelesJan 1, 1 stop $472
• From LondonDec 1, 3 stops £372

When it’s cheapest to fly to Rio de Janeiro

November, February and March, going by fares found this week from 19 departure cities. Lower bars are cheaper.

1. OctOctober 2026: about 25% above each city’s cheapest month
2. NovNovember 2026: about 4% above each city’s cheapest month
3. DecDecember 2026: about 22% above each city’s cheapest month
4. JanJanuary 2027: about 30% above each city’s cheapest month
5. FebFebruary 2027: about 20% above each city’s cheapest month
6. MarMarch 2027: about 9% above each city’s cheapest month
7. JunJune 2027: about 21% above each city’s cheapest month

Weather in Rio de Janeiro

Average daily high and low and monthly precipitation.

Source: Rio de Janeiro on Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Arriving in Rio de Janeiro

Flights land at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim (GIG, 13 km from the centre) and Santos Dumont (SDU, in the city).

Airport transfer

• Welcome PickupsPre-booked private transfer into Rio de Janeiro at a fixed price; the driver meets you at arrivals.
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• Kiwitaxi from Galeao Antonio Carlos JobimPrivate car or minivan at a fixed price, booked in advance.
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Car and scooter hire

• Car hire at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim (GIG)Compare rental companies at the airport.
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• Car hire at Santos Dumont (SDU)Compare rental companies at the airport.
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Luggage storage

• Luggage storage in Rio de JaneiroDrop your bags at a shop or hotel near the station or centre, from a few euros a day.
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Things to do in Rio de Janeiro

Popular experiences on Viator, as Viator ranks them. “From” is the lowest price per person; the price for your date and group can differ.

• Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch 8 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $77 per person
• Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves 5 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $72.65 per person
• The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill 5 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $129.50 per person

• All tours in Rio de Janeiro on ViatorTours, day trips and tickets; many can be cancelled for free.
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• Tickets for Rio de Janeiro attractionsSkip-the-line and timed-entry tickets for museums and landmarks.
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Mobile data in Brazil

A travel eSIM for Brazil costs from $4. Install it before you fly; most plans start when you first connect in the destination.

• 1 GB, 3 days$4
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• 3 GB, 3 days$9
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• 5 GB, 7 days$12
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