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Flight deals from Vancouver International Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,415. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 5,313 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,313, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 5,499 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,499, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 5,649 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,649, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 5,858 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,858, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,007 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,007, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,193 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,193, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,204 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,204, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,286 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,286, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,505 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,505, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 6,795 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,795, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,023 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,023, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,309, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jan
from R 6,959
Feb
from R 5,953
Mar
from R 5,264
Apr
from R 5,449
May
from R 5,597
Jun
from R 6,148
Jul
from R 8,234
Aug
from R 6,137
Sep
from R 6,446
Oct
from R 6,228
Nov
from R 6,733
Dec
from R 5,805

Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from R 5,682
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from R 5,313
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from R 6,711
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Vancouver to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,264
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is R 10,203. 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 Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,203.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vancouver International Airport and Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. 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 Internacional 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.
Currently, American Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio De Janeiro four hours ahead of Vancouver.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your YVR to GIG flight.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is R 5,313. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 10,203. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from YVR to GIG, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YVR to GIG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • If you're landing on a late Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near GIG:

  • Say yes to new adventures 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.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the centre of Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from YVR to GIG in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.