Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Pittsburgh Airport to GIG last minute?
When it's time to book your flights, being prepared pays dividends. While it's possible to pick up a deal on a Pittsburgh Airport to Galeão Intl. Airport flight at the last minute, tickets usually don't get cheaper as the departure date 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 in advance. For international trips it's three to four months.
What airports do you fly into for Rio de Janeiro from Pittsburgh?
From Pittsburgh, you can fly into Rio de Janeiro through Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG), Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) and Niteroi Airport (QNT). Be sure to check which airport is right for you before making your decision. If you go with Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG), it's around 13 kilometers northwest of the downtown area. Use the cash you save when booking your trip with Expedia to tour the city's well-known attractions, such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Can I change the date of my flight from PIT to GIG?
You can quickly and easily make changes to your Pittsburgh Airport to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) ticket via the Expedia Trips portal. Before you make any amendments, check out the rules in your itinerary to see what you can do and if fees apply for changes. Some carriers have a change fee per person, on top of any difference in prices. But if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and book new flights. You can also swing by our Customer Service portal for more advice and to chat with our Virtual Agent.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Pittsburgh Intl.
Destination airport
Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Distance
7966 km

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