Cheap Flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro from $311

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro (CHI-RIO)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Delta Air Lines offers one-way fares as low as $311 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MDW to GIG on Mon, Aug 24), while Copa Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $712 departing on Mon, Aug 10 and returning on Wed, Aug 12.

• Which airlines offer flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, including: American Airlines Copa Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

  To find best deals on flights from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Aug 24, with one-way flights priced at just $311.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Delta Air Lines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Rio de Janeiro travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro on July 19, 2026 with United Airlines, with prices starting at $631.

• Which airports can I fly to for Rio de Janeiro from Chicago?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Rio de Janeiro, with O'Hare International Airport to RIOgaleão International Airport (ORD-GIG) is by far the most common option on this route: RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) Jacarepagua Airport (RRJ).

• Is there any time difference between Chicago and Rio de Janeiro?

  The time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Chicago is 3h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Chicago to Rio de Janeiro?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.