Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to SDU last minute?
When it's time to book your flights, it pays to be prepared. While you could pick up a deal on a DCA to SDU flight at the last minute, tickets usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international trips it's between three and four months.
What airports do you fly into for Rio de Janeiro from Washington?
With Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) and Niteroi Airport (QNT) to pick from, traveling from Washington to Rio de Janeiro is a breeze. The city's busiest terminal, Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), is roughly 2 kilometers southeast of the downtown area. Along with ticket prices, consider things like the ease of getting from the airport and the distance to your hotel before deciding where you'll get off the plane. Get your Rio de Janeiro vacation off to a terrific start by checking out Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Can I change the date of my flight from DCA to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)?
Life can throw a spanner in your plans, so Expedia is here to help make amending your journey easy. To start, find your DCA to Santos Dumont Airport itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and look up the fare conditions and rules to see if you can make changes. If you booked your fare in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel for free and organize new flights. If you booked more than 24 hours ago, contact us via our Customer Service portal to learn more about your options.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Santos Dumont
Distance
7674 km

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