Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from C$ 455

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — RIO
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in September or November, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Tue 30/126:40 a.m.YVR - GIG
2 stops42h 45mDelta
Fri 30/19:30 p.m.GIG - YVR
2 stops19h 43mDelta
Deal found 3/12C$ 858
Wed 3/123:00 p.m.YVR - GIG
3 stops37h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/129:55 p.m.GIG - YVR
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 1,030
Tue 30/1210:05 p.m.YVR - GIG
3 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/11:45 a.m.GIG - YVR
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12C$ 1,216
Wed 3/127:25 a.m.YVR - GIG
2 stops43h 55mLATAM Airlines
Wed 10/129:30 p.m.GIG - YVR
2 stops22h 23mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 1,308
Wed 3/125:40 p.m.YVR - GIG
1 stop37h 25mAir Canada
Wed 10/129:00 p.m.GIG - YVR
2 stops20h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 2/12C$ 1,405
Fri 12/126:10 p.m.YVR - GIG
2 stops58h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/129:55 p.m.GIG - YVR
2 stops52h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 1,435
Sun 28/128:30 a.m.YVR - SDU
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/35:30 p.m.SDU - YVR
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12C$ 1,616
Wed 17/1212:35 p.m.YVR - GIG
2 stops40h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 19/129:55 p.m.GIG - YVR
2 stops49h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12C$ 1,708
Tue 30/125:30 a.m.YVR - GIG
1 stop25h 35mAir Canada
Fri 30/19:00 p.m.GIG - YVR
1 stop32h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 3/12C$ 1,711
Fri 12/127:00 a.m.YVR - SDU
3 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/128:05 p.m.SDU - YVR
3 stops23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12C$ 3,084
Sun 14/127:35 a.m.YVR - SDU
2 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Sat 20/1211:20 a.m.SDU - YVR
2 stops29h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12C$ 3,902
Sun 21/1211:35 a.m.YVR - SDU
2 stops21h 30mAir Canada
Thu 15/111:20 a.m.SDU - YVR
2 stops28h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12C$ 4,644

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 843

One-way from

C$ 455

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 1,442
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/1-28/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Rio de Janeiro
Delta
  • Delta
  • 30/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 45m total
  • Vancouver to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 30/12

6:40 a.m.-6:25 a.m.

2 stops42h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 30/1

9:30 p.m.-12:13 p.m.

2 stops19h 43m

C$ 858

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/3

3:44 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

2 stops35h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/3

9:30 p.m.-6:46 p.m.

2 stops25h 16m

C$ 858

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 28/1

7:00 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops45h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 25/2

9:55 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops42h 05m

C$ 960

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 28/1

7:00 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops45h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 26/2

9:55 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops28h 23m

C$ 960

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 14/2

8:30 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops44h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/3

9:55 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops42h 05m

C$ 960

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 26/1

12:35 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops40h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 26/2

9:55 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops52h 23m

C$ 960

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - SDU

YVRSDU

Vancouver Intl

Wed 29/4

1:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

2 stops23h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 4/5

1:45 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops25h 00m

C$ 1,001

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - SDU

YVRSDU

Vancouver Intl

Mon 27/4

10:45 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

2 stops38h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 4/5

1:45 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops25h 00m

C$ 1,001

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 29/4

5:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops25h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/5

9:00 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops27h 35m

C$ 1,030

VancouverRio de Janeiro

YVR - GIG

YVRGIG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

7:15 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops33h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 26/2

9:55 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops42h 05m

C$ 1,030

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 76% of one-stop itineraries from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 1,301.

What’s the fastest layover option from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 11m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 08m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated 4 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Departing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro will take you 23h 30m. Vancouver Intl Airport and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 11220 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    United Airlines, at C$ 860, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and LATAM Airlines. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 860AverageC$ 1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,141AverageC$ 1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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