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Flight deals from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,746. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,562 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,562, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,703 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,703, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,783 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,783, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,787 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,787, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,801 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,801, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM2,013 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,013, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM2,335 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,335, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM3,306 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,306, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from RM1,801
Jul
from RM1,703
Aug
from RM1,787
Sep
from RM1,562
Oct
from RM2,013
Nov
from RM1,783
Dec
from RM2,335
Jan
from RM3,306
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Alternative Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from RM3,333
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from RM1,562
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
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Philadelphia to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,562
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro is RM3,059. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,059.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Rio de Janeiro is usually April.
If you're flying from Philadelphia International Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from RM3,059.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, 1 April 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Philadelphia International Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Rio de Janeiro is two hours ahead of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro runs on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your PHL to Rio de Janeiro flight.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from PHL to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rio de Janeiro

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is RM1,562. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,059. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PHL to Rio de Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Finding a cheap flight from PHL to Rio de Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Find a cheap flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from PHL to Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Once your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 20 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your PHL to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.

  • Check in to a hotel near RRJ and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late PHL to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:

  • Rental providers sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ ahead of your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To skip the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in December.

  • The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are must-do's during your Rio de Janeiro adventure.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

Plan the rest of your trip from Philadelphia to Rio de Janeiro

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