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Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro from US$450
There are no direct flights from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro. The easiest way is one stop via Toronto or New York, about 14h 12m door to door, with fares from US$450.
No direct flights · 6 connection options From 13h 16m Cheapest in November Prices checked 13 days ago
Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro at a glance
Cheapest one-wayUS$450Sun Country Airlines · 2 stops · Tue 24 NovCheapest returnUS$1,275Tue 19 Jan – Sat 23 JanFastest journey13h 16mAir Canada · 2 stops
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Toronto or New York
Best ways to fly from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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MSP Toronto (YYZ) RIO
Leg 1: Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines · Leg 2: Air Canada, Air Transat
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MSP New York (JFK) RIO
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, GOL
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MSP Atlanta (ATL) RIO
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines · Leg 2: Delta Air Lines
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MSP Miami (MIA) RIO
Leg 1: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
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MSP Dallas (DFW) RIO
Leg 1: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
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MSP Houston (IAH) RIO
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Mesa Airlines · Leg 2: United Airlines
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Cheapest dates from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro
The lowest one-way fares found recently, cheapest first. Prices change; click through for the live fare.
Cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro
Lowest one-way fare found for each month: November is cheapest, February the most expensive.
Good to know
- Distance
- 9,094 km5,647 miles
- Journey time
- 13h 16mfastest found
- Time difference
- +3hRio de Janeiro vs Minneapolis
- Currency in Rio de Janeiro
- BRL
- Airports
- MSP → GIG, SDU
Flights from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro: questions answered
How much is a flight from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently is US$450 with 2 stops, departing in November. Return trips start from US$1,275. Prices change constantly, so search your dates for the live fare.
Are there direct flights from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Toronto, New York and Atlanta. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 13h 16m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 9,094 km.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Rio de Janeiro?
November has the lowest fare we found (US$450), while February is the most expensive (US$724).
Where do you change planes between Minneapolis and Rio de Janeiro?
The best connecting points are Toronto (YYZ), New York (JFK), Atlanta (ATL) and Miami (MIA). Air Canada flies both legs via Toronto, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Minneapolis and Rio de Janeiro?
Minneapolis: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP). Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 3 hours ahead of Minneapolis.





