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Cheap flights Rio de Janeiro — Bucharest

from $497 10 261 km ~12h 34m 6 flights found 4 airlines cheapest on Monday
How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $497 on 24.11.2026
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Prices found for 7 of 90 days. Prices update as more travellers search. Click any date to search live.
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Cheapest flights found
24 Nov 2026, Tue
Iberia IB 1596
02:30
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
17:50
OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
15h 20m 2 stops
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23 Nov 2026, Mon
LATAM Airlines Group LA 3875
01:20
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
16:55
BBU Baneasa
15h 35m 2 stops
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26 Nov 2026, Thu
LATAM Airlines Brasil JJ 3699
00:05
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
15:55
OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
15h 50m 2 stops
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24 Nov 2026, Tue
LATAM Airlines Brasil JJ 4673
18:15
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
09:05
OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
14h 50m 2 stops
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20 Nov 2026, Fri
Azul Airlines AD 4087
23:00
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
14:15
OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
15h 15m 2 stops
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21 Nov 2026, Sat
Azul Airlines AD 4028
15:40
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
07:20
OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
15h 40m 2 stops
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Route characteristics
Distance
10 261 km
Flight time
12h 34m
Time difference
+5h
Minimum price
from $497 (24.11.2026)
Average price
$518
Maximum price
$559
Departures per week
1
Cheapest day
Monday
Departure airports (1)
GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
Arrival airports (2)
BBU Baneasa OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Airlines (4)
IB Iberia LA LATAM Airlines Group JJ LATAM Airlines Brasil AD Azul Airlines
Agencies (1)
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Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 4
Iberia
Iberia
1 flights · 1 days
$497
LATAM Airlines Group
LATAM Airlines Group
1 flights · 1 days
$503
LATAM Airlines Brasil
LATAM Airlines Brasil
2 flights · 2 days
$513
Azul Airlines
Azul Airlines
Low-cost 2 flights · 2 days
$535
Where to buy tickets 1
Kupi.com
6 tickets · 5 days
from $497
Airports

From — Rio de Janeiro (1)

  • GIG Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport

To — Bucharest (2)

  • BBU Baneasa
  • OTP Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Other destinations from Rio de Janeiro
Frequently asked questions about the route Rio de Janeiro — Bucharest
How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bucharest?
Approximate flight time — 12h 34m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Rio de Janeiro to Bucharest?
The straight-line distance — 10 261 km.
How much do flights from Rio de Janeiro to Bucharest cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $497 on 24.11.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $518. Range: $497 — $559.
What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Bucharest?
The difference — +5h.
From which airports does Rio de Janeiro operate flights?
From Rio de Janeiro: GIG (Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport).
To which airports in Bucharest do flights arrive?
To Bucharest: BBU (Baneasa), OTP (Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 4 airlines: Iberia, LATAM Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Brasil, Azul Airlines.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Monday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
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About the route Rio de Janeiro — Bucharest

Flights Rio de Janeiro — Bucharest is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 10 261 km. Flight time 12h 34m. Time difference +5h.

From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flights depart from 1 airport: GIG. To Bucharest (BUH) — 2 arrival airports: BBU, OTP.

4 airlines operate on this route: Iberia, LATAM Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Brasil, Azul Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $497 (24.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $518, ranging from $497 to $559. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Monday.