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Cheapest one-way

$ 795
United Airlines Mon, Oct 19

28% below next 30d avg. ($1,102)

Cheapest round-trip

$ 1,728
United Airlines Fri, Sep 18

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When to travel

NovemberCheapest month
JulyPeak month

With a lowest one-way fare of $795 , travelers can expect an average price of $1,102 for upcoming trips, while round-trip tickets start at $1,728 . You can arrive at any of the following airports in Rio de Janeiro: Galeão International Airport (GIG) , Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) , and Jacarepagua Airport (RRJ) . Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Galeão International Airport (SEA-GIG) are by far the most popular option for this route. To secure the best rates, booking 40 days in advance is recommended, and the cheapest travel days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday .

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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $795 and round-trip from $1,728. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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INMET has issued a weather alert for Rio de Janeiro, effective from 15/09/2026 at 00:00. Rainfall between 20 and 30 mm/h or up to 50 mm/day, intense winds (40–60 km/h), hail, and lightning are expected. There is a low risk of power outages, crop damage, falling tree branches, and flooding.

Which airlines are the most popular for Seattle to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You can choose from 1 airlines that fly from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro, including United Airlines, United Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Based on Trip.com data, United Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $795 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SEA to GIG on Mon, Oct 19), while United Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $1,728 departing on Fri, Sep 18 and returning on Fri, Sep 25.
  • At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro, including: United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Seattle 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.
  • To find best deals on flights from Seattle 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, Oct 19, with one-way flights priced at just $795.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is United Airlines.
    · 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.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro on September 27, 2026 with United Airlines, with prices starting at $1,154.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Rio de Janeiro: Galeão International Airport (GIG), Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), and Jacarepagua Airport (RRJ). Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Galeão International Airport (SEA-GIG) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Seattle is 5h.
  • 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.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro is $1,102. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Seattle and Rio de Janeiro, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

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