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      Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $709. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Chicago.$707 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $707, select.
      Chicago.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
      Chicago.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
      Chicago.$712 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $712, select.
      Chicago.$720 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Mar, returning Tue, 30 Mar.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $720, select.
      Chicago.$721 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May, returning Wed, 12 May.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $721, select.
      Chicago.$722 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $722, select.
      Chicago.$731 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $731, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Apr, returning Sun, 9 May.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 25 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jun.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Chicago.$874 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Jul
      from $1,211
      Aug
      from $709
      Sep
      from $712
      Oct
      from $874
      Nov
      from $707
      Dec
      from $895
      Jan
      from $950
      Feb
      from $1,181
      Mar
      from $720
      Apr
      from $874
      May
      from $721
      Jun
      from $874

      Alternative Rio de Janeiro to Chicago routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Chicago Midway

      14km from central Chicago
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      from $709
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      Chicago O'Hare International

      25km from central Chicago
      Cheapest
      from $707
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      Chicago Rockford

      127km from central Chicago
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      Rio de Janeiro to Chicago: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$707
      Cheapest month to flyNovember

      Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

      There are 3 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International and Chicago Rockford.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago is $707. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. But we found flights with one or more stops from $707.
      As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago.
      The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago is usually November.
      If you're flying from Rio de Janeiro, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.5 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from $707.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Chicago. 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 Chicago 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 Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In July, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
      The cheapest airline that flies to Chicago is United .

      Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago: what you need to know

      • Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is Rio de Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago taking off from here.

      • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are Chicago's major gateways.

      • Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago three hours behind Rio de Janeiro.

      • Leave enough time to make your Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Travelling during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago

      • To pick up cheap Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

      • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago.

      • Finding a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

      • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flights.

      Flying from Rio de Janeiro

      Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

      • We make it a breeze to book a Rio de Janeiro to Chicago flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

        • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)

        • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

        • New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

      • The journey from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

      • Booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport:

      • 79% of flights that take off from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport reach their destination on schedule.

      Arriving in Chicago

      Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

      • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.

      • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

      • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:

      • Grab a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.

      • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

      • The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

      Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

      • Once your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).

      • You can expect the trip to take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.

      • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago:

      • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.

      • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW can get you a lower rate.

      • Chicago Midway Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.

      Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)

      • Step off your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) and typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach driving.

      • Public transport can take you there in roughly 2 hours.

      • Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for a solo trip or a spacious SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Chicago Rockford Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available from suppliers such as Budget, Alamo and National.

      • Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.

      • Chicago Rockford Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.

      Best time to go to Chicago

      • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in March.

      • When booking your Rio de Janeiro to Chicago tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      More about Chicago

      • Once you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Chicago, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:

      • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Chicago itinerary.

      Explore more of the United States

      • Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

      • If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are key highlights.

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