Rio De Janeiro to Chicago (GIG–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GIG–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,307 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
GIG: -03 · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro, it's 4:00 PM in Chicago.
Brazilian passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. Brazil is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not available. The B1/B2 visa is typically issued with 10-year validity and allows stays of up to 180 days per visit. Interviews at a U.S. consulate in Brazil are required as part of the application.
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Transcarioca line runs from Alvorada terminal (Barra da Tijuca) through the city to GIG in about 55 minutes (R$4.05). The metro does not reach GIG directly, but combined metro + BRT journeys are possible.Taxis from Ipanema or Copacabana cost R$70–100 (40–60 min). Uber and 99 (dominant in Brazil) run R$50–80. The Real Auto Ônibus airport bus connects Rodoviária Novo Rio and the city for R$16. Allow 90+ minutes from the South Zone during rush hour; the highway through Ilha do Governador can back up severely.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
GIG–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GIG to ORD
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GIG to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GIG to ORD ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,307 miles (8,541 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via VCP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.