New York to Rio De Janeiro (JFK–GIG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–GIG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 4,803 miles in approximately 9h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Rio De Janeiro from New York
| Metric | JFK→GIG | EWR→GIG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 1 |
| Flight time | 9h 25m | 4h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · GIG: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 7:00 PM in Rio De Janeiro.
US passport holders need an eVisa to enter Brazil. Apply through the official portal at gov.br/mre before departure. The eVisa costs USD 80.90, is valid for 10 years with multiple entries, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes a few business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
Uber and 99 serve the airport at R$50–80 to Ipanema or Copacabana (40–60 min off-peak). Official táxi amarelo (yellow taxi) at the curb: R$80–120. Pre-pay at the taxi counter inside arrivals for a fixed rate option.The Real Auto Ônibus airport bus (R$16) runs to Rodoviária Novo Rio, Cinelândia metro station, and Santos Dumont Airport. BRT Transcarioca (R$4.05) serves Barra da Tijuca. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. GIG is 40km from the South Zone; always check traffic before planning ground travel time.
Tropical climate on Guanabara Bay. Summer (December–March) is hot and very wet at 28–37°C with intense afternoon downpours that regularly flood approach roads and occasionally cause airport disruptions. January and February see the highest rainfall and are the most disruption-prone months operationally.
Winter (June–September) is warm and drier at 22–28°C. This is the most operationally stable period. The airport sits on Ilha do Governador. Approach paths are over water, but the surrounding terrain causes occasional windshear on the south runway. Rio's Carnival period (February–March) creates extreme traffic on ground access routes.
JFK–GIG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to GIG
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
JFK to GIG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to GIG ranges from 9 hours 25 minutes to 9 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,803 miles (7,729 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via IAD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).