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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from £347

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — GIG
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in September or March, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Sun 1/310:00
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop28h 15m
Delta
Mon 16/322:55
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops34h 45m
Delta
Deal found 27/1£574
Sun 15/307:40
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop16h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 22/322:05
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop15h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 26/1£577
Sun 1/310:00
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops26h 20m
Delta
Sun 15/322:55
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops37h 10m
Delta
Deal found 26/1£579
Sat 28/210:00
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops50h 20m
Delta
Mon 16/322:55
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops34h 45m
Delta
Deal found 27/1£580
Mon 9/309:00
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops26h 20m
Delta
Mon 16/322:55
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops37h 10m
Delta
Deal found 27/1£580
Tue 10/309:00
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop28h 15m
Delta
Tue 17/321:30
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops38h 35m
Delta
Deal found 27/1£586
Wed 3/618:05
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop15h 50m
ITA Airways
Wed 10/614:25
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop28h 45m
ITA Airways
Deal found 27/1£587
Sun 15/222:55
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops38h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 14/312:10
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop19h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/1£593
Thu 12/305:50
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/315:35
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop28h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£594

Find flight deals from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£574

One-way from

£347

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£673

Good round-trip deal

£561 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/3-16/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 00m total
  • Madrid to Rio de Janeiro
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • Madrid to Rio de Janeiro
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/3

10:00-08:20

2 stops50h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 16/3

22:55-13:40

2 stops34h 45m

£580

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/3

09:00-07:20

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 16/3

22:55-16:05

2 stops37h 10m

£580

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/3

10:00-08:20

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

22:55-07:00

1 stop28h 05m

£615

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Sat 28/2

10:00-08:20

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 15/3

22:55-07:00

1 stop28h 05m

£618

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/5

20:10-05:25

1 stop14h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/5

20:30-17:20

1 stop15h 50m

£620

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Tue 26/5

05:55-04:55

1 stop28h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/6

16:15-18:40

2 stops21h 25m

£630

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/3

11:50-18:40

Nonstop10h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 26/3

20:05-10:15

Nonstop10h 10m

£643

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Thu 26/2

10:00-10:15

1 stop28h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 16/3

22:55-13:40

2 stops34h 45m

£644

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/6

07:00-21:45

2 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 23/6

16:15-18:40

2 stops21h 25m

£649

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Sat 28/2

11:15-09:35

2 stops50h 20m

£347

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £419). Flying from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £716). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Madrid, you will be flying from Barajas, which is the city’s only airport. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is located 8.5 mi from the center of Madrid. There are 3 flights from Barajas to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Delta and TAP AIR PORTUGAL can get you from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in just under 14h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 05m. Madrid and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 5058 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Qatar Airways (62%), LATAM Airlines (62%) and Cathay Pacific (62%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is £561. On average you can expect to pay £579. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), can usually be booked for £641.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £419). Flying from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £716). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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