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Rio de Janeiro.£489 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £489, select.
Rio de Janeiro.£500 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £500, select.
Rio de Janeiro.£511 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £511, select.
Rio de Janeiro.£571 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From £571, select.
Rio de Janeiro.£769 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £769, select.
Rio de Janeiro.£939 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £939, select.
Rio de Janeiro.£1,503 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Thu, 1 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,503, select.

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Columbus to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£489
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Rio de Janeiro is £489. 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 Columbus to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from £489.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro is usually September.
If you're flying from Columbus, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 7.6 miles away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from £489.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is Spirit Airlines .

Travelling from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro leaving from here.

  • Touch down at Rio De Janeiro's primary gateway, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Columbus.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Columbus to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're getting away during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Columbus to Rio De Janeiro flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Columbus to Rio De Janeiro flights.

Flying from Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • We make it easy to book a Columbus to Rio De Janeiro flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Located around 6 miles from the centre of Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • Of all flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% touch down on time at their destination.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 8 miles. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Columbus to Rio De Janeiro flight.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • The centre of Rio De Janeiro is approximately 1 mile from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Step off your flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro and go directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 14 miles from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Ready to take the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without stressing about how to reach your next destination.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RRJ in advance of your flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Columbus to Rio De Janeiro ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Columbus to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

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 Columbus to Rio De Janeiro, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 220 miles west to Sao Paulo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 210 miles north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are the start of reasons to visit.

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