Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

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Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

LATAM Airlines Group
Delta
Delta
LATAM Airlines Group
LATAM Airlines Group
Delta
Delta
American Airlines
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Azul

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$915 - AU$1,664 per traveller.

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Flight from New York to Rio de Janeiro route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Santos Dumont
Airlines serving
Azul, Delta, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A., LATAM Airlines Group
Return price
AU$972
Distance
7698 km

Your quick guide to flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

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Find cheap flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$973 to AU$2,007, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from New York to Rio de Janeiro around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Rio de Janeiro is normally in September.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JFK Airport to SDU?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Santos Dumont Airport was AU$973. Cheap tickets don't hang around forever, so make sure you book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from JFK to SDU?
This can differ from airline to airline, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from JFK to Santos Dumont Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for JFK Airport to SDU flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)?
You'll have 7 800 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Jamaica to Rio de Janeiro route. Wear comfy clothes and consider taking some noise-cancelling headphones and a sleep mask.
Which airlines fly direct from JFK to Santos Dumont Airport?
If you want to fly straight from JFK to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), you'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are JFK to SDU flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some super cheap fares from JFK Airport to SDU arising a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices so far in advance.

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