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How to get to Rock in Rio 2026 from New York

Sep 4–13, 2026Cidade do Rock, Rio de Janeiro · BrazilJFK → GIG

Flying to Rock in Rio 2026 from New York means covering about 7,740 km — around 10h 35m gate to gate, with GIG as the most convenient arrival airport. Book around 10–12 weeks out and expect round trips from roughly $630 for the event dates.

7,740 km
Distance
10h 35m
Time in the air
$630
Round trip from

Flights for the event dates

Sample fares New York → GIG. Final prices and dates are on the partner site.

Atlantic BlueAB 708
08:40
JFK
10h 35m
Direct
19:15
GIG
$725
Round trip from
EuroConnectE 341
11:05
JFK
13h 5m
1 stop
00:10+1
GIG
$630
Round trip from
SkyLine AirSA 765
22:30
JFK
14h 35m
1 stop
13:05+1
GIG
$554
Round trip from
See live prices on the partner site →

Airports near the venue

GIG

Rio Galeão

35 km · ≈ 0h 55m · by taxi
SDU

Santos Dumont

32 km · ≈ 1h · shuttle bus

Where to stay

★ 4.6

Barra Beach Suites

$118 / night
★ 4.3

Recreio Park Hotel

$89 / night
★ 4.1

Copacabana Base Hostel

$54 / night
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Good to know

Do I need a visa for Brazil?
US, Canadian and Australian citizens need a Brazilian eVisa (apply online, ~5 business days). UK and EU passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long is the flight from New York?
Nonstop or with a short connection, plan on about 10h 35m from New York to GIG. Add roughly an hour for the transfer to the venue.
When should I book?
Fares for event weeks are usually lowest 10–12 weeks out and rise sharply after the full lineup or schedule is announced. Set a price alert early.

Other departure cities

London$720Los Angeles$835Chicago$750Toronto$660Sydney$1,050Dublin$795Dubai$955Istanbul$825Lisbon$1,859

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