Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) from $599

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — RIO
May 3 — May 101

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Round-trip from

$705

One-way from

$599
High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From Columbus to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Travelers have found that booking a Wednesday departure is the best way to save up to 37% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, June can be a great choice for travel to Rio de Janeiro. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from Columbus Airport in June are about $1,279 on average during June, but can be found for as low as $996.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro (CMH - RIO)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sat 6/297:06 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/711:00 pmGIG - CMH
2 stops17h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,226
Sat 6/297:06 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/711:00 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop25h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,235
Sun 6/27:06 pmCMH - GIG
1 stop33h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1211:00 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop21h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,420

Cheap Copa Airlines flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Copa Airlines for the route between Columbus and Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Copa Airlines flights we've found from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sat 6/296:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops24h 40mCopa Airlines
Sat 7/61:32 amGIG - CMH
2 stops33h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/27$2,142
Sun 6/29:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops21h 40mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/111:24 amGIG - CMH
2 stops33h 14mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/27$2,164
Sat 6/296:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops24h 40mCopa Airlines
Sat 7/61:32 amGIG - CMH
2 stops18h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/28$2,182
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops17h 14mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/61:24 amGIG - CMH
2 stops18h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/26$2,212

Cheap Columbus to Rio de Janeiro flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Prices were last updated on April 28, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 5/35:00 pmCMH - GIG
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,200
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,204
Tue 5/77:07 amCMH - SDU
2 stops24h 48mDelta
Thu 5/91:15 pmSDU - CMH
2 stops23h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/26$1,334
Tue 5/711:47 amCMH - SDU
2 stops23h 48mDelta
Thu 5/91:15 pmSDU - CMH
2 stops23h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,335
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops17h 14mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/61:24 amGIG - CMH
2 stops18h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/26$2,212
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops23h 15mAvianca
Mon 5/61:30 amGIG - CMH
2 stops37h 34mAvianca
Deal found 4/27$2,243

Columbus to Rio de Janeiro 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 6/210:46 amCMH - GIG
2 stops32h 29mLATAM Airlines
Wed 6/127:15 amGIG - CMH
2 stops17h 44mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,166
Fri 5/35:00 pmCMH - GIG
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,200
Sun 6/26:07 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops25h 08mLATAM Airlines
Wed 6/128:50 amGIG - CMH
1 stop13h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,201
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,204
Sat 6/297:06 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/711:00 pmGIG - CMH
2 stops17h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,226
Sat 6/297:06 pmCMH - GIG
2 stops21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/711:00 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop25h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,235
Tue 5/77:07 amCMH - SDU
2 stops24h 48mDelta
Thu 5/91:15 pmSDU - CMH
2 stops23h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/26$1,334
Tue 5/711:47 amCMH - SDU
2 stops23h 48mDelta
Thu 5/91:15 pmSDU - CMH
2 stops23h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,335
Sat 6/296:06 pmCMH - SDU
2 stops50h 24mLATAM Airlines
Sun 7/76:05 amSDU - CMH
2 stops17h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,336

Columbus to Rio de Janeiro flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the flights available from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Fri 5/35:00 pmCMH - GIG
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,200
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:05 pmGIG - CMH
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,204
Tue 5/77:07 amCMH - SDU
2 stops24h 48mDelta
Thu 5/91:15 pmSDU - CMH
2 stops23h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/26$1,334
Tue 5/711:47 amCMH - SDU
2 stops23h 48mDelta
Thu 5/91:15 pmSDU - CMH
2 stops23h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,335
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops17h 14mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/61:24 amGIG - CMH
2 stops18h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/26$2,212
Fri 5/36:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops23h 15mAvianca
Mon 5/61:30 amGIG - CMH
2 stops37h 34mAvianca
Deal found 4/27$2,243

One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro can use the search form above.
Fri 7/196:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops24h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/27$599
Fri 7/199:00 amCMH - GIG
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$623
Fri 8/26:32 amCMH - GIG
1 stop22h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$711
Fri 7/1911:35 amCMH - SDU
2 stops32h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/27$712
Fri 7/198:10 pmCMH - GIG
1 stop33h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/27$731
Fri 7/199:20 amCMH - SDU
2 stops34h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 4/27$811
Fri 7/1910:59 amCMH - GIG
3 stops20h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$2,266

Find flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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$1,166 - $2,142

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ColumbusRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sun 6/2

2 stops32h 29m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/12

2 stops17h 44m

$1,166

ColumbusRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sun 6/2

2 stops25h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/12

1 stop13h 35m

$1,201

ColumbusRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sat 6/29

2 stops21h 44m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 7/7

2 stops17h 18m

$1,226

ColumbusRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sat 6/29

2 stops21h 44m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 7/7

1 stop25h 35m

$1,235

ColumbusRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CMH - SDU

CMHSDU

Columbus

Sat 6/29

2 stops50h 24m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 7/7

2 stops17h 50m

$1,335

ColumbusRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CMH - SDU

CMHSDU

Columbus

Sat 6/29

2 stops50h 24m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 7/7

2 stops17h 50m

$1,336

ColumbusRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sun 6/2

1 stop33h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/12

1 stop21h 03m

$1,420

ColumbusRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CMH - SDU

CMHSDU

Columbus

Sun 6/2

2 stops27h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 6/12

2 stops32h 05m

$1,523

ColumbusRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CMH - GIG

CMHGIG

Columbus

Sat 6/29

2 stops24h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 7/6

2 stops33h 16m

$2,142

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 4/27

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro is currently $922 while a round-trip flight costs $1,398. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $677). Flying from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,049). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,000

February

$869

March

$847

April

$818

May

$837

June

$919

July

$967

August

$715

September

$677

October

$791

November

$888

December

$1,049

Temperature and rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

RIO

Temperature

69.8 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated April 28, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.6
Good
2,483 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.3
Good
14,844 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.0
Good
6,875 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,854 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on LATAM Airlines for just $1,166, but on average you can expect to pay $1,514.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,200?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $1,200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,166, LATAM Airlines will fly you from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to LATAM Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,226 and $2,142, respectively. These flights start at 8% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $599. Users have also found prices from $711 and $712 on American Airlines and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

  • What does CMH to GIG mean?

    Great question - CMH to GIG just means Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Rio de Janeiro flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Rio de Janeiro flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Rio de Janeiro flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/28.

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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,028Average$1,795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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