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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Richmond Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 614 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.614 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Richmond on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 614 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.650 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Breeze Airways and Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Richmond on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 650 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.704 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Allegiant Air and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Richmond on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 704 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.720 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Breeze Airways and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Richmond on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 720 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.772 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Richmond on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 772 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.835 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May, returning Mon, 24 May.Return flight with jetBlue and Copa.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Richmond on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 835 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.856 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Richmond on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 856 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.863 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr, returning Fri, 9 Apr.Return flight with jetBlue and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Richmond on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 863 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.910 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with jetBlue and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Richmond on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 910 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.1.013 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Richmond on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.013 €, select.
Rio de Janeiro.1.500 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with jetBlue and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Richmond on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.500 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from 856 €
Aug
from 614 €
Sep
from 772 €
Oct
from 650 €
Nov
from 910 €
Dec
from 720 €
Jan
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Feb
from 704 €
Mar
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Apr
from 863 €
May
from 835 €
Jun
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Alternative Richmond to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from 651 €
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from 614 €
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from 875 €
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Richmond to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found614 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Richmond 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 Richmond to Rio de Janeiro is 614 €. 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 Richmond to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from 614 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro is usually August.
If you're flying from Richmond Airport, 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 614 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Monday, 17 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Richmond Airport 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Richmond International Airport is located in Richmond. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is two hours ahead of Richmond.

  • To avoid missing your RIC to Rio de Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from RIC to Rio de Janeiro. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Richmond, RIC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near RIC. Whether you have an early flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond International Airport, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • RIC's address is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Rio de Janeiro

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is 321 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 614 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from RIC to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from RIC to Rio de Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find an affordable flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

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

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from RIC to Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Once your flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RIC to Rio de Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Head to the city centre after your flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to get to by car.

  • Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Get settled at one of these options after your RIC to Rio de Janeiro flight:

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a good move. Along with better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the busiest month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in December.

  • Before booking a Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from RIC to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • Start your Rio de Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio de Janeiro.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio de Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

  • Belo Horizonte is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

Plan the rest of your trip from Richmond to Rio de Janeiro

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