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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in December.

New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

New York to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$552
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is $553. 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 New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional. But we found flights with one or more stops from $552.
There are no flights flying from New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. 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 Internacional 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.
Currently, jetBlue offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio De Janeiro one hour ahead of New York.

  • To ensure you catch your LGA to GIG flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LGA and GIG:

    • Miami International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is $277. A return ticket is currently $552. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To score cheap tickets from LGA to GIG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • Getting cheap flights from LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGA to GIG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Center.

  • LaGuardia Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LGA land at their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.

  • To get to LaGuardia Airport from central New York, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.

  • Catching an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGA:

Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • If you're getting in on a late LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:

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

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the center of Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Rio De Janeiro in May.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGA to GIG in July. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometers west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometers north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.

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