Can I fly direct from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, direct flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro are available. Historically, approximately 53.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights are also a significant part of the route's offerings.

What's the flight time from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

The typical direct flight time from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 914 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to about 5 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey, with direct flights offering a significantly shorter travel experience.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

Historically, good prices on flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent deal availability across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable pricing options for this popular route.

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October 21 - October 28

Cheapest

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$139

$99

Round trip

September 15 - September 16

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$207

$100

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October 6 - October 8

Best

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$254

$102

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August 9 - August 11

Best

Earliest

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$261

$105

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October 1 - October 4

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$252

$106

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October 5 - October 9

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$141

$107

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October 3 - October 7

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$141

$109

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October 12 - October 19

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$247

$109

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October 17 - October 24

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$137

$109

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October 4 - October 7

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

$141

$109

Round trip

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Brasília to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

When looking for cheap flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, you'll find that January stands out as a particularly affordable month, with a median fare of just $50. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $50, making it another excellent option for budget-conscious travelers. November follows closely, with a median fare of $53.

Fares for this route typically range from $110–$279, with a median of $184. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices if you monitor the route.

For flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 53.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro takes about 3h 20m, including any connections. This median duration accounts for both non-stop and connecting itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time.

The distance between Brasília and Rio de Janeiro is 914 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time and flight options available.

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

Regular price: $168 - $301

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

The regular price range for flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro is typically between 168 USD and 301 USD. The current lowest deal is 56 USD with City Connexion Airlines for travel from Sep 15-Sep 16.

now $56

Low $168

High $301

The cheapest time to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from BSB to RIO is January, with a median price of $50. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $191. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $50

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $191

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Direct flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

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Last-minute flights going from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

Brasília (BSB) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$261

$105

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

Brasília (BSB) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$207

$100

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

Brasília (BSB) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$123

$109

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

Brasília (BSB) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$129

$109

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

Brasília (BSB) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$135

$109

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BSB - Rio de Janeiro

Brasília (BSB) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$123

$109

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$248 → $110

56%

2 nights

Oct 17 - Oct 19

$254 → $124

51%

1 night

Oct 18 - Oct 19

$254 → $124

51%

2 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 4

$253 → $124

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Brasília - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro are above the typical level, with a median price of $184.

📅 Best time to fly

January, March, and November are historically cheapest.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro are January, March, and November.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

The median flight duration from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro is 3h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

53.2% of recent flights are direct.

53.2% of recent flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

City Connexion Airlines offers direct flights.

City Connexion Airlines is a carrier that offers direct flights on the Brasília to Rio de Janeiro route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during off-peak months.

Booking in January, March, or November may offer lower prices for this route.

Brasília main airports to depart from

Brasília International (BSB)

Cheapest

Brasília International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$89

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Fly into Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International for convenient access to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$89

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport is an alternative arrival option for your trip to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~20 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$204

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont is a central arrival airport for easy access to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~1 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$101

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

This airport is a primary international gateway, offering the highest connectivity for long-haul international flights.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (requires connecting flight or 5-6 hour drive).

💸 Flights from ~$108

Tancredo Neves International (CNF)

This major domestic and regional hub offers high reliability and frequent connections to major Brazilian cities.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (significant distance from city center).

💸 Flights from ~$62

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

Cheapest

This major domestic hub offers extremely frequent 'shuttle' service to Rio for domestic transfers.

📍 ~360 km from Rio de Janeiro.

💸 Flights from ~$46

Viracopos International (VCP)

This airport is a main hub for Azul Brazilian Airlines, offering unique domestic destinations and growing international presence.

📍 ~420 km from Rio de Janeiro.

💸 Flights from ~$81

Cabo Frio International (CFB)

This airport is geographically the closest candidate, useful for travelers in the Região dos Lagos.

📍 ~120 km from Rio de Janeiro.

💸 Flights from ~$1,160

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Historically, booking flights 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for the Brasília to Rio de Janeiro route, with an average price of $128. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out have an average price of $181, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average around $356. Planning ahead by at least two months can result in significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro is considered to be $110 or less. The median price for this route was $184. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $279 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target fares around the $110 mark.

Historically, January and March have been the cheapest months to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, both showing a median price of $50. November also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $53. While November appeared as one of the cheapest months, it also registered as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating price variability. The annual median price for this route was $184, suggesting that targeting these specific months can lead to considerable savings.

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Brasília to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

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

The cheapest time to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Direct flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Last-minute flights going from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

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

Popular Airports to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Brasília - Rio de Janeiro route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

January, March, and November are historically cheapest.

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

53.2% of recent flights are direct.

City Connexion Airlines offers direct flights.

Consider booking during off-peak months.

Brasília main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

How early should I book Brasília to Rio de Janeiro flights to get the cheapest price?

How early should I book Brasília to Rio de Janeiro flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro cost?

How much should a flight from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro cost?

What's the best month to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

What's the best month to fly from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

Can I fly direct from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

Can I fly direct from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

What's the flight time from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

What's the flight time from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

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