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Cheap Flights from IAH to GIG starting at $425 One Way, $935 Round Trip

Prices starting at $935 for return flights and $425 for one-way flights to Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, May 14 - Thu, May 22
IAH
Houston
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$935 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$935
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $935 found 2 days ago
Tue, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 20
IAH
Houston
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$1,016 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,016
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $1,016 found 15 hours ago
Sun, May 25 - Fri, May 30
IAH
Houston
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$1,127 Roundtrip, just found
$1,127
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $1,127 just found
Tue, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 15
IAH
Houston
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$1,404 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,404
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, returning Tue, Jul 15, priced at $1,404 found 2 hours ago
Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17
IAH
Houston
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$1,419 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,419
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Houston to Rio de Janeiro, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $1,419 found 2 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.

Airport Hotels near Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.

ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Nova America
ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Nova America
3 out of 5
Av Pastor Martin Luther King Jr 126, BL 11 Torre 5, Rio de Janeiro
The price is $51 per night from May 13 to May 14
$51
includes taxes & fees
$49 per night
May 13 - May 14
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Wonderful option for a short stay close to the airport and just across an amazing shopping mall. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025

ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Nova America
ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America
ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America
3 out of 5
Av. Pastor Marthin Luther King Jr, 126, Bloco 11 - Torre 4, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $55 per night from May 23 to May 24
$55
includes taxes & fees
$52 per night
May 23 - May 24
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Maracanã ...
9/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews)
"Satisfied for a short stay"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America
Plage Hotel
Plage Hotel
3 out of 5
Praia da Guanabara 1391, Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro
The price is $40 per night from May 4 to May 5
$40
includes taxes & fees
$38 per night
May 4 - May 5
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Guanabara Bay and Praia da Bica are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (162 reviews)
NICE AND PEACEFUL
"Is a nice place and the restaurant food is very good. They have a pretty friendly staff. The only thing I didn't like was the pillows because they are kind of firm. It was a pleasant and peaceful stay and if you get a room with a view it's a very nice view of the water."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Plage Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Rio de Janeiro

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $198 per night from May 30 to May 31
$198
includes taxes & fees
$188 per night
May 30 - May 31
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"On the beach"

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica, 3668 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $182 per night from May 19 to May 20
$182
includes taxes & fees
$173 per night
May 19 - May 20
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,121 reviews)
"Great property and location, excellent staff and amenities, would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Prime
4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $35 per night from May 5 to May 6
$35
includes taxes & fees
$34 per night
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,304 reviews)
A Wonderful Stay at Hotel Atlântico Prime!
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Atlântico Prime, and I can honestly say it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the modern, stylish décor and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff at the hotel truly made the difference. Every team member ..."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Rio de Janeiro Hotels With Airport Transportation

Linx Galeão
Linx Galeão
3 out of 5
Avenida Vinte de Janeiro, s/n, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $112 per night from May 23 to May 24
$112
includes taxes & fees
$107 per night
May 23 - May 24
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"O hotel é ótimo, limpo e com uma ótima vista. Gostei da área da piscina e de todo o atendimento. Agradeço as recepcionistas por terem deixado eu fazer meu check in antes do horário!"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Linx Galeão
Windsor Plaza Copacabana
Windsor Plaza Copacabana
4 out of 5
Ave Princesa Isabel 263 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $79 per night from May 26 to May 27
$79
includes taxes & fees
$76 per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"For the money this was a decent hotel. A little too far back from the beach, especially for walking back at night. Staff were friendly. The pool area was definitely lacking in ambiance."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Windsor Plaza Copacabana
Hotel Vermont Ipanema
Hotel Vermont Ipanema
3 out of 5
R. Visconde de Piraja, 254 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $111 per night from May 14 to May 15
$111
includes taxes & fees
$106 per night
May 14 - May 15
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Great breakfast and helpful staff"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Hotel Vermont Ipanema
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Rio de Janeiro Hotels

Arena Leme Hotel
Arena Leme Hotel
4 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 324, Rio de Janeiro
The price is $118 per night from May 8 to May 9
$118
includes taxes & fees
$113 per night
May 8 - May 9
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved our 7-day stay."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Arena Leme Hotel
Royal Rio Palace Hotel
Royal Rio Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua Duvivier 82 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $90 per night from May 11 to May 12
$90
includes taxes & fees
$86 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,036 reviews)
"Great service and convenient location to the beach !"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Royal Rio Palace Hotel
Pompeu Rio Hotel
Pompeu Rio Hotel
3 out of 5
Rua Camerino, 15, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $38 per night from May 6 to May 7
$38
includes taxes & fees
$36 per night
May 6 - May 7
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana ...
6.4/10 (294 reviews)
"I liked Vanessa, the front desk girl I checked in with. But this hotel cost me a lot more than it should have, even with Carnaval going on. The rock hard bed and pillow caused issues with my back, shoulders, neck and jaw. The door doesn't lock from the inside from what I saw. It was quieter than ..."

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

Pompeu Rio Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Royal Rio Palace Hotel
Royal Rio Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua Duvivier 82 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $90 per night from May 11 to May 12
$90
includes taxes & fees
$86 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,036 reviews)
"Great service and convenient location to the beach !"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Royal Rio Palace Hotel
Rio Othon Palace
Rio Othon Palace
4 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica 3264, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $174 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$174
includes taxes & fees
$167 per night
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, kids club, playground, close to beach

Travelers say...
"This proper is perfectly located but it’s very dated. Think Scarface era"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Rio Othon Palace
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is $198 per night from May 30 to May 31
$198
includes taxes & fees
$188 per night
May 30 - May 31
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, playground, on the beach, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
"On the beach"

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

IAH to GIG Route Info

Origin Airport
Houston
Destination Airport
Rio de Janeiro
Number Of Airlines Serving
2
Distance
5025 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
8:00PM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
May 8
IAH Address & GPS
Address:
16930 JFK Boulevard
Houston TX, 77032
United States
IATA Code:
IAH
Longitude:
-95.34
Latitude:
29.983333
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
GIG Address & GPS
Address:
Rio De Janeiro RJ,
Brazil
IATA Code:
GIG
Longitude:
-43.24651
Latitude:
-22.814654
Time Zone:
America/Sao_Paulo

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Houston, TX Airport (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.) now?
If you’re worried about travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when traveling by plane from Houston, TX Airport (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.), check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
Are there non-stop flights from Houston Airport to Galeão Intl. Airport?
Unfortunately, nonstop flights aren’t an option when it comes to getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG). However, there are numerous airlines that operate on this route with only one easy stopover, including American Airlines, Copa Airlines and KLM.
What is the shortest flight from Houston Airport to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)?
Collected some extra air points? Consider using them to upgrade your seat on your Brookhollow to Governador Island trip. With a minimum flight duration of 18 hours and 26 minutes, you’ll want to be as comfortable as possible.
How many hours flight from IAH to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
From IAH to GIG, you’ll be sitting in your plane seat for about 18 hours and 27 minutes. Occupy yourself during the lengthy plane journey by binge-watching an entire TV series, writing in your diary or chilling out to your favorite tunes. Remember to shake out those legs every so often.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG-Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from Houston Airport to Galeão Intl. Airport?
Do a little shopping, tuck into some takeaway, go for a wander around …. Airport stopovers don’t have to be boring! If you’re jetting from IAH to GIG, you won’t be able to fly direct. Get ready for at least one stopover somewhere.

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