Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to New York from £178

Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to New York from £178

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2 stops
Wed, Apr 22
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York EWR

£178
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York EWR

£192
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2 stops
Mon, Apr 20
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York EWR

£197
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1 stop
Sat, Apr 25
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York JFK

£207
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2 stops
Wed, Apr 22 – Sun, May 3
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York EWR

£413
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1 stop
Sun, Apr 26 – Thu, May 7
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York JFK

£439
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1 stop
Thu, Apr 23 – Sun, May 3
Rio de Janeiro GIGNew York JFK

£442
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How much do flights to New York cost?

Getting from New York City airports to the city center

New York City is served by three major airports, each offering a variety of airport transfers to city center destinations. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) lies 26 km southeast of Midtown Manhattan, LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 13 km east, and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) sits 26 km southwest in New Jersey. Transport options include AirTrain connections, subway, buses, express coaches, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times and costs vary depending on the airport, time of day, and traffic conditions.

From John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

From LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

From Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Notes:

  • Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • JFK yellow cab fare to Manhattan is a flat $70 (excluding tolls and tip). LaGuardia and Newark fares are metered.
  • AirTrain at JFK and EWR connects terminals to transit hubs; fare is included or separate depending on connection.
  • Road traffic, especially during rush hours, can significantly affect journey times for taxis and buses.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to New York

Depart from
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International
Arrive to
John F. Kennedy International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Empire State Building - Independence National Historical Park, PA, USA - Manhattan Island - Metropolitan Museum of Art - Staten Island - Statue of Liberty - Times Square

Check-in for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to New York

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Spirit AirlinesNKSNKNo
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
AviancaAVAAVNo
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No
Gol Transportes AéreosGLOG3Yes

Weather in New York

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January2°C-3°C
February4°C-2°C
March9°C1°C
April15°C6°C
May20°C12°C
June25°C17°C
July29°C21°C
August28°C20°C
September24°C17°C
October18°C11°C
November11°C4°C
December6°C0°C
Hottest Month
29°C
July
Coldest month
-3°C
January
Sunny days
267
days per year
Snow days
11
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Apr
18°C9°C
18 Apr
72%
26°C13°C
Sunday
12 Apr
14°C6°C
19 Apr
88%
10°C8°C
Monday
13 Apr
22°C8°C
20 Apr
16°C7°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
66%
24°C15°C
21 Apr
12°C8°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
28°C18°C
22 Apr
20°C7°C
Thursday
16 Apr
25°C19°C
23 Apr
23°C14°C
Friday
17 Apr
16°C13°C
24 Apr
79%
20°C14°C
Travelers usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International, Santos Dumont, or Jacarepaguá Airport when they travel from Rio de Janeiro to New York. Book your trip to arrive at John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia, or New York Stewart International Airport. The most popular airlines for this route are Spirit Airlines, LATAM Airlines, Avianca, JetBlue Airways, and Gol Transportes Aéreos. Rio de Janeiro and New York have 400 direct flights per week. When you arrive at New York, consider visiting Empire State Building, Independence National Historical Park, PA, USA, Manhattan Island, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Staten Island, Statue of Liberty, and Times Square.

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