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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs67,705 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,705, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs74,892 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs74,892, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs75,304 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,304, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs75,405 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,405, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs75,554 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,554, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs75,554 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,554, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs81,752 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,752, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs82,110 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Feb.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,110, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs74,892
Jun
from Rs67,705
Jul
from Rs75,554
Aug
from Rs75,554
Sep
from Rs75,405
Oct
from Rs75,304
Nov
from Rs81,752
Dec
from Rs92,233
Jan
from Rs92,912
Feb
from Rs82,110
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Alternative Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs67,705
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro is Rs142,695. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs142,695.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from Rs142,695.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Rio De Janeiro on Thursday, 5 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington D.C. and Rio De Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio De Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio De Janeiro is Copa .

Travelling from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro. Check out your options for flying out of Washington DC from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

  • Hop off the plane at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the chief entry point to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Washington DC.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're getting away during a popular month like February, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro

  • To find cheap Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro.

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  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flights.

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Washington Dulles International Airport and Rio De Janeiro:

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You can book a ticket from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro with one or more stops leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and Rio De Janeiro:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • BWI is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:

  • Flights that leave from BWI land at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro flight.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • After your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 15 minutes.

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Step off your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro and head directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and get on your way sooner. Whether you want a mini or a premium, Localiza will help you find your perfect set of wheels.

  • Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro is a smart move. As well as better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.

  • Book a Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Rio De Janeiro, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-visits when exploring Rio De Janeiro.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without seeing Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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