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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Wayne County Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,288. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Detroit.$1,158 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,158, select.
Detroit.$1,248 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,248, select.
Detroit.$1,288 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,288, select.
Detroit.$1,373 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,373, select.
Detroit.$1,542 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas and United.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,542, select.
Detroit.$1,634 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,634, select.
Detroit.$1,642 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,642, select.
Detroit.$1,878 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Thu, 11 Jun.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,878, select.
Detroit.$1,976 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,976, select.

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Rio de Janeiro to Detroit: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,158
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Wayne County is $1,158. 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 Detroit Wayne County. But we found flights with one stop from $1,158.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Wayne County is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Thursday, 9 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Detroit Wayne County Airport. 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 Detroit Wayne County 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 Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Detroit Wayne County is GOL Linhas Aéreas .

Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.

  • Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to DTW won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a popular month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • We make it simple to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to DTW that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GIG and DTW include:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • 80% of flights departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of GIG.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • SDU is around 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rio de Janeiro to DTW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

  • 79% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • Central Detroit is around 32 kilometres from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • $625 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts from $1,158. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to DTW, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • Affordable Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to DTW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Hunt down a great price on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to visit Detroit. July is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Rio de Janeiro to DTW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Detroit

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Detroit right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Detroit itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Detroit. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Cleveland, about 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are highlights.

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