Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C. from $273

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C. (RIO-WAS)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes offers one-way fares as low as $273 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. GIG to IAD on Wed, May 27), while avianca offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $543 departing on Fri, Apr 24 and returning on Fri, May 1.

• Which airlines offer flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C.?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C., including: avianca Delta Air Lines Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes Copa Airlines United 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 Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C.?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C.?

  To find best deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C., 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 Wed, May 27, with one-way flights priced at just $273.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes.
  · 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 Washington D.C. travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Washington D.C. (WAS) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C. is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C. on?

  After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C. on April 24, 2026 with avianca, with prices starting at $258.

• Which airports can I fly to for Washington D.C. from Rio de Janeiro?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Washington D.C., with RIOgaleão International Airport to Dulles International Airport (GIG-IAD) is by far the most common option on this route: Dulles International Airport (IAD) Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

• Is there any time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Washington D.C.?

  The time difference between Washington D.C. and Rio de Janeiro is 2h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Washington D.C.?

  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.