A cyclist rides through a park with a view of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. — flights from Dallas to Rio de Janeiro

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Flights from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro

Nonstop flights from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) take about 11h 1m (8,419 km). American Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $778 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Rio De Janeiro

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A cyclist rides through a park with a view of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. — arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Airport transfer

GIG → Rio de Janeiro, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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The iconic Reunion Tower glowing vividly during the night in Dallas, Texas. — lounges at Dallas Fort Worth Airport

Dallas Fort Worth Airport · 2 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresGIG to Rio de Janeiro: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Rio De Janeiro →80 drop-off points

Things to book in Rio De Janeiro

All 8 things to do in Rio de Janeiro →

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Christ the Redeemer 4.1 · 138 Tiqets reviews

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Corcovado Train 4.1 · 138 Tiqets reviews

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Maracanã Stadium 4.4 · 36 Tiqets reviews

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Sugarloaf Mountain 3.8 · 16 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro

Carriers on DFW–GIG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro flights

How long is the flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro?

A nonstop flight from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) takes about 11h 1m, covering 8,419 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Dallas-Fort Worth from Rio De Janeiro by air?

The great-circle distance between Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport is 8,419 km (5,231 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DFW–GIG route include American Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DFW–GIG was $778 USD with American Airlines (nonstop), departing 1 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $570 with 3 stops against $778 nonstop, a saving of $208. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rio De Janeiro?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Rio De Janeiro visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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