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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from £386

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — GIG
9 Jun — 16 Jun1
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 November, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 10 May 2026.

Mon 18/518:05
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop16h 00m
ITA Airways
Tue 23/614:25
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop28h 45m
ITA Airways
Deal found 9/5£558
Tue 19/507:05
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/513:00
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£587
Mon 1/623:45
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops16h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/707:40
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop23h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/5£618
Wed 20/518:05
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop16h 00m
ITA Airways
Wed 24/614:25
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop15h 20m
ITA Airways
Deal found 9/5£626
Wed 2/1206:00
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops31h 50m
Delta
Wed 17/222:55
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop29h 05m
Delta
Deal found 9/5£639
Mon 1/623:45
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop14h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 11/616:45
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops16h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/5£643
Tue 2/623:45
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops16h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 11/708:55
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/5£645
Mon 1/623:45
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops16h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 13/719:15
GIG
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/5£655
Wed 21/1014:45
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop14h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 28/1017:15
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop16h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/5£659
Tue 26/517:20
MAD
-
GIG
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/618:55
GIG
-
MAD
1 stop33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£681
Tue 17/1111:55
MAD
-
GIG
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1111:10
GIG
-
MAD
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£683

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£558

One-way from

£386

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£671
ITA Airways
  • ITA Airways
  • 20/5-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 15m total
  • Madrid to Rio de Janeiro
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  • Avianca
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • Madrid to Rio de Janeiro
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MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

18:05-05:05

1 stop16h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 15/7

14:25-10:45

1 stop15h 20m

£824

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/6

05:55-05:05

1 stop28h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 16/7

14:25-00:10

1 stop28h 45m

£865

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/6

18:05-05:05

1 stop16h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 13/7

14:25-10:45

1 stop15h 20m

£908

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/10

22:25-21:30

2 stops28h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/11

16:35-09:30

1 stop12h 55m

£914

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

15:10-10:15

2 stops48h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 13/7

21:00-13:20

2 stops59h 20m

£937

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

19:30-08:55

2 stops18h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 15/7

17:10-17:40

2 stops19h 30m

£995

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/6

16:20-02:00

1 stop14h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/7

22:20-00:20

2 stops21h 00m

£1,001
Fastest return journey

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/6

07:40-15:40

1 stop13h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 15/7

18:35-17:00

2 stops17h 25m

£1,002

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/6

20:10-17:20

1 stop26h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 14/7

13:55-15:20

3 stops20h 25m

£1,004

MadridRio de Janeiro

MAD - GIG

MADGIG

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

16:20-14:55

1 stop27h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 15/7

15:00-15:20

2 stops19h 20m

£1,005

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

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 88 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £569). Flying from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,108). 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 4 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?

    ITA Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and Delta can get you from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in just under 28h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h. 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%), Cathay Pacific (62%) and Finnair (62%).

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £569). Flying from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,108). 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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