Lowest fares from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro
Toronto to Rio de Janeiro at a glance
- Nonstop flights
- Air Canada (seasonal, in winter)
- Flying time
- About 10h 35m nonstop
- Distance
- 8,272 km
- Leaving from
- Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
- Arriving at
- Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG), plus Santos Dumont (SDU) for domestic flights
- Time difference
- Rio de Janeiro is about 1 hour ahead of Toronto (this can shift by an hour when clocks change).
- Cheapest time
- April to June and August to November are usually better value; New Year's Eve and Carnival are the most expensive times to fly and stay.
- Entry for Canadians
- Canadians need a Brazil eVisa (required since April 2025), applied for online before travel. Rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada's travel advice page before you book.
Nonstop airlines are based on each airport's published routes (September 2026). Schedules change, so always check your dates.
Cheapest month to fly Toronto to Rio de Janeiro
Lowest one-way fare in Canadian dollars (CAD) found in recent searches for each month. Round trips usually cost a bit less than two one-way tickets. Tap a month to search it.
How to fly Toronto to Rio de Janeiro for less
- Compare nonstop with one-stop. Nonstop on this route: Air Canada (seasonal, in winter). One-stop fares are sometimes cheaper, but check how much time they add before you choose.
- Be flexible by a few days. Use the month chart and the Viorvo price calendar to see which days are cheapest; midweek departures are often lower.
- Compare airports on both ends. Hamilton (YHM), about an hour away, has budget flights on some routes, so compare it too.
- Getting to the airport in Toronto: The UP Express train runs from Pearson to Union Station in about 25 minutes, usually far cheaper than a taxi.
- Arriving in Rio de Janeiro: Use a registered airport taxi or a ride-hailing app from Galeão; the drive to Copacabana takes about 45 minutes to an hour depending on traffic.
- Check what's included. The cheapest fares often exclude checked bags and seat selection, so compare the total price for your trip.
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Toronto to Rio de Janeiro flights: common questions
How much is a flight from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro?
In recent searches, round trips from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro started at $1,277 and one-way fares started at $711. Fares change daily, so check the fares board above for the latest prices and dates.
Is there a direct flight from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. Nonstop flights between Toronto and Rio de Janeiro: Air Canada (seasonal, in winter). Seasonal flights only run part of the year, so check the dates you want. Schedules change, so the fares board above shows what's available for your dates.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro?
A nonstop flight covers about 8,272 km and takes roughly 10h 35m. With one connection, the whole trip usually takes about 13 to 18 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro?
Nonstop: Air Canada (seasonal, in winter). Many other airlines sell connecting trips, and the fares board above compares them all, cheapest first.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro?
April to June and August to November are usually better value; New Year's Eve and Carnival are the most expensive times to fly and stay. The month chart above shows the cheapest months in recent searches.
Which airports serve Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is served by Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG), plus Santos Dumont (SDU) for domestic flights. Comparing every airport is one of the easiest ways to find a cheaper fare.
What do Canadians need to travel to Rio de Janeiro?
Canadians need a Brazil eVisa (required since April 2025), applied for online before travel. Rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada's travel advice page before you book.
What's the time difference between Toronto and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is about 1 hour ahead of Toronto (this can shift by an hour when clocks change).
What's the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro?
See the month chart above for the cheapest month in recent searches. As a rule of thumb: April to June and August to November are usually better value; New Year's Eve and Carnival are the most expensive times to fly and stay.