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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St Louis Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,427. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,401 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,401, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,425 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May, returning Tue, 11 May.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 11 May, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,425, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,427 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from St Louis on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,427, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,427 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from St Louis on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,427, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,435 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,435, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,439 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,439, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,468 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,468, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,574 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from St Louis on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,574, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,608 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from St Louis on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,608, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,686 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,686, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,831 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,831, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,848 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from St Louis on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,848, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,876 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,876, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,989 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from St Louis on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,989, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St Louis to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in March.
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from $1,574
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from $1,468
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from $1,686
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from $1,989
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from $1,439
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from $1,401
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from $1,425
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Alternative St Louis to Rio de Janeiro routes

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

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from $2,118
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from $1,400
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
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St Louis to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,400
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from St Louis to Rio de Janeiro is $1,400. 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 St Louis to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,401.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from St Louis to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Rio de Janeiro is usually March.
If you're flying from St Louis Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from $1,400.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St Louis Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Friday, 5 March 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between St Louis Airport and Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is three hours ahead of St Louis, where St Louis Lambert International Airport is located.

  • To avoid missing your STL to Rio de Janeiro flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from STL to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • The journey from central St Louis to STL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a hotel close to STL? If you've booked an early flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of all flights leaving St Louis Lambert International Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.

  • You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..

How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Rio de Janeiro

  • $809 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is $1,400. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from STL to Rio de Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from STL to Rio de Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Save on your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio de Janeiro takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

  • If you have a late flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from STL to Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your STL to Rio de Janeiro flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Lock in the best price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.

  • Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your STL to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:

  • If you'd like a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the busiest month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.

  • Before booking a St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STL to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • Once you've booked your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are must-visits when exploring Rio de Janeiro.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

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