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Flight deals from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 5,772 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,772, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 5,850 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,850, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,162 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,162, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,154 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,154, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,784 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,784, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,982 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,982, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,042 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,042, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,170 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,170, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in May.
Feb
from R 7,784
Mar
from R 5,850
Apr
from R 6,162
May
from R 5,772
Jun
from R 7,154
Jul
from R 8,460
Aug
from R 8,170
Sep
from R 11,054
Oct
from R 7,982
Nov
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Dec
from R 8,042
Jan
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Alternative Seattle to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Seattle 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 R 6,162
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from R 5,772
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from R 6,254
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Seattle to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,772
Cheapest month to flyMay

Check out these Rio de Janeiro hotels

Ready to plan your stay? Other travellers rate these Rio de Janeiro hotels for cleanliness, service and location.
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
6.82 km from city centre
R 45 060
Per night
Hostel Residential Inn
6.54 km from city centre
R 940
Per night
JO&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticario
3.86 km from city centre
R 2 689
Per night
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
6.82 km from city centre
R 45 060
Per night
Hostel Residential Inn
6.54 km from city centre
R 940
Per night
JO&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticario
3.86 km from city centre
R 2 689
Per night
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Finding cheap flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Rio de Janeiro is R 11,385. 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 Seattle to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,385.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro is usually April.
If you're flying from Seattle, 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 R 11,385.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Seattle 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 February, the average temperature is usually around 26°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 Alaska Airlines .

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

  • Seattle is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be landing in Rio De Janeiro.

  • Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio De Janeiro four hours ahead of Seattle.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your Seattle to Rio De Janeiro flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

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

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Seattle to Rio De Janeiro flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Seattle to Rio De Janeiro flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Seattle to Rio De Janeiro flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • SEA is around 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Central Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. 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 ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Hop off your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to drive there.

  • The journey takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • No crowded public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Browse the types of cars available here at Localiza.

  • If you're looking for a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Seattle 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.

  • When booking your Seattle to Rio De Janeiro tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

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

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Rio De Janeiro:

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

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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

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