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John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
£234
Copa Airlines Copa Airlines 22h 9m · 1 stop Sat, Jan 2
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Cheapest return
£536
American Airlines American Airlines 9h 30m · Direct Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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Flight news

INMET has issued a weather warning for Rio de Janeiro effective from 14/11/2026 at 00:00. The area expects rain between 20 and 30 mm/h or up to 50 mm/day, intense winds of 40–60 km/h, and hail. There is a low risk of power cuts, crop damage, falling tree branches, and flooding.

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Best time to book
November
Cheapest

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £234 and round-trip from £536. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from New York to Rio de Janeiro are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport is Copa Airlines (from £234) among 2 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport are usually in November, with an average price of £299. It is best to avoid July, when the average price can reach £672.

£672
£486
£299
£113
  • £299
    Nov
  • £509
    Dec
  • £389
    Jan
  • £557
    Feb
  • £383
    Mar
  • £375
    Apr
  • £329
    May
  • £394
    Jun
  • £672
    Jul
  • £378
    Aug
  • £355
    Sep
  • £388
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport is Thursday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Sunday as prices are typically highest on that day.

£478
£427
£376
£325
    Cheapest
  • £437
    Mon
  • £385
    Tue
  • £418
    Wed
  • £376
    Thu
  • £474
    Fri
  • £452
    Sat
  • £478
    Sun

What is the flight schedule from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. LA6365

    23:10

    JFK

    9h 40m

    09:50

    GIG

    - - T - T - S
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  2. DL029

    22:05

    JFK

    9h 45m

    09:50

    GIG

    - - T - T - S
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  3. CM812

    14:44

    JFK

    5h 24m

    Direct

    20:08

    PTY

    S M T W T F S
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  4. CM216

    22:52

    PTY

    7h 8m

    Direct

    08:00

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  5. B6057

    06:35

    JFK

    4h 46m

    Direct

    11:21

    AUA

    S M T W T F S
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  6. CM767

    16:17

    AUA

    2h 13m

    Direct

    17:30

    PTY

    S M - W T F S
  7. CM486

    18:49

    PTY

    7h 11m

    Direct

    04:00

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  8. LA6668

    13:15

    JFK

    3h 11m

    Direct

    16:26

    MIA

    S M T W T F S
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  9. LA503

    20:25

    MIA

    8h 10m

    Direct

    05:35

    SCL

    S - T - - - -
  10. LA778

    07:15

    SCL

    4h 15m

    Direct

    11:30

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  11. B6283

    20:48

    JFK

    3h 11m

    Direct

    23:59

    MCO

    S - - W T F S
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  12. LA8187

    22:25

    MCO

    8h 25m

    Direct

    07:50

    GRU

    S M - W T F S
  13. LA3366

    13:20

    GRU

    1h

    Direct

    14:20

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  14. CM803

    08:33

    JFK

    5h 42m

    Direct

    14:15

    PTY

    S M T W T F S
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  15. CM765

    13:55

    PTY

    6h 55m

    Direct

    22:50

    CNF

    S M T W T F S
  16. AD2899

    06:00

    CNF

    1h

    Direct

    07:00

    GIG

    S M T W - - -
  17. DL1685

    15:05

    JFK

    2h 58m

    Direct

    18:03

    MCO

    S M T W T F S
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  18. LA8187

    22:25

    MCO

    8h 25m

    Direct

    07:50

    GRU

    S M - W T F S
  19. LA3366

    13:20

    GRU

    1h

    Direct

    14:20

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  20. LA8181

    19:10

    JFK

    9h 50m

    Direct

    07:00

    GRU

    S M T W T F S
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  21. LA3874

    17:20

    GRU

    1h 5m

    Direct

    18:25

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  22. DL6052

    19:10

    JFK

    9h 50m

    Direct

    07:00

    GRU

    S M - - - F S
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  23. DL6259

    17:40

    GRU

    1h 5m

    Direct

    18:45

    GIG

    - - T - T F S
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FAQs for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

    John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport takes about 8 hours 52 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 3 daily flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Galeão International Airport (GIG).
  • The earliest flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport departs at 22:00, and the last departs at 22:40, with about 2 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Galeão International Airport (GIG) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around £738 in February, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Galeão International Airport to downtown is about 14km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Santos Dumont Airport to downtown is about 2km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
    • The distance from Jacarepagua Airport to downtown is about 19km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Galeão International Airport (GIG) is Santos Dumont Airport. The distance is around 15km.
  • American Airlines is a very popular airline operating an average of 2291 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport currently start from £234, and round-trip fares start from £536. The current lowest fare is a Copa Airlines flight departing on Sat, Jan 2; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. American Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport, with an average flight time of 8 hours 55 minutes, and around 8 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport is £451. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes are the most popular budget airlines flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport, with one-way fares starting from £234. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport to Galeão International Airport operates around 8 weekly flights, mainly by American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter John F. Kennedy International Airport and Galeão International Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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