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November 13 - November 26

Cheapest

Best

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$901

$753

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November 15 - November 26

Cheapest

Best

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$895

$753

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November 15 - November 25

Best

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$887

$754

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November 13 - November 25

Best

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$898

$759

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November 11 - November 25

Best

Earliest

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$904

$760

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November 11 - November 19

Earliest

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$882

$773

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November 15 - November 22

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$881

$780

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November 13 - November 22

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$883

$786

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November 22 - December 3

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$905

$818

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November 15 - November 21

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

$880

$820

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Insights for flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

A typical journey from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro takes about 25h 15m including connections. This reflects the reality that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop. Given the significant travel time, planning for layovers is an important consideration for travelers.

For those seeking cheap flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro, fares typically range from $595–$982, with a median of $711. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. It is worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value might require careful timing and flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $525. Following closely are August, with a median fare of $555, and April, where the median fare is $590. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

Most itineraries for flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should anticipate a journey that includes multiple segments and plan accordingly for layover times.

The distance between Barcelona and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 8,522 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. Such a significant distance naturally contributes to longer flight times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries, making it a substantial international journey.

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: $811 - $1,491

Prices for flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $811 and $1,491. The current lowest deal is $752 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Nov 13 to Nov 26, 2026.

now $752

Low $811

High $1,491

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro is February, with a median price of $525. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1509. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $525

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,509

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Direct flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

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Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona (BCN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$944

$1,051

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona (BCN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$801

$975

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona (BCN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$809

$960

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona (BCN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$829

$871

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona (BCN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$809

$960

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona (BCN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$806

$927

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

13 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 26

$901 → $752

17%

14 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 25

$904 → $759

16%

11 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 26

$895 → $752

16%

12 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 25

$898 → $758

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro

Barcelona - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $525

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro, at $525.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 25h 15m

The typical flight duration from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro is 25 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a deal at $752

Deutsche Luft Hansa has a recent deal for $752 from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro are frequent, with 0.63 deals per day.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat is a good choice for flights to Rio de Janeiro, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~12 km from Barcelona (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$753

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Barcelona to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from Rio de Janeiro city center.

💸 Flights from ~$752

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport serves as an alternative arrival option for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~20 km from Rio de Janeiro city center.

💸 Flights from ~$964

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont Airport offers another convenient arrival choice for your trip to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~1 km from Rio de Janeiro city center.

💸 Flights from ~$942

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

This airport is a primary international gateway, offering the most extensive route network and high flight frequency.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by separate flight or 5-6 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$685

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

This major domestic hub provides high-frequency connections to Brazilian cities, convenient for domestic business travel.

📍 ~360 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1107

Tancredo Neves International (CNF)

This major hub for Minas Gerais offers significant domestic and some international connectivity with less congestion.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$963

Viracopos International (VCP)

This airport is a main hub for Azul Brazilian Airlines, offering unique regional connections and modern infrastructure.

📍 ~410 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

77% AI deal score

$3,282

From BCN

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Aug 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

77% AI deal score

$5,055

$4,512

Save $543

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

77% AI deal score

$5,073

$4,513

Save $560

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

77% AI deal score

$5,059

$4,513

Save $546

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Jul 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$3,159

$2,929

Save $230

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Jun 30

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$3,223

$3,016

Save $207

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Jul 05

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$3,192

$3,016

Save $176

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Jul 19

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$3,211

$3,017

Save $194

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Jul 22

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$3,225

$3,017

Save $208

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Aug 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,017

$4,512

Save $505

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Aug 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,013

$4,512

Save $501

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Aug 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,013

$4,513

Save $500

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,021

$4,513

Save $508

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,017

$4,513

Save $504

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,017

$4,513

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Aug 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,013

$4,599

Save $414

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Aug 01

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,013

$4,599

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,017

$4,600

Save $417

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Aug 02

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,017

$4,600

Save $417

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Aug 16

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

76% AI deal score

$5,004

$4,645

Save $359

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Jul 18

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

75% AI deal score

$3,190

$3,017

Save $173

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74% AI deal score

$3,373

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Jul 09

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

74% AI deal score

$3,373

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Jul 21

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

73% AI deal score

$3,219

$3,211

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Jul 21

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

73% AI deal score

$3,211

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

73% AI deal score

$3,211

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Jul 21

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

73% AI deal score

$3,211

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Jul 21

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

73% AI deal score

$3,211

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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