Houston to Rio de Janeiro Flights
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) connect United States and Brazil. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,088 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IAH, HOU and RIO, GIG, SDU. The reverse route is Rio de Janeiro to Houston. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Houston, United States
- Destination
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Distance
- 8,088 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- IAH, HOU
- Destination codes
- RIO, GIG, SDU
- Primary keyword
- flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro
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Route overview
Houston to Rio de Janeiro is a city-pair air route between United States and Brazil. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IAH and RIO. Related codes: IAH, HOU → RIO, GIG, SDU.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,088 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Houston airports and metro codes: IAH, HOU.
Rio de Janeiro airports and metro codes: RIO, GIG, SDU.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Rio de Janeiro to Houston, other destinations from Houston, and other origins into Rio de Janeiro.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?
Direct flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?
The great-circle distance between Houston and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 8,088 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?
Houston is commonly searched with code IAH (related: IAH, HOU). Rio de Janeiro is commonly searched with code RIO (related: RIO, GIG, SDU).
Are there direct flights from Houston to Rio de Janeiro?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Rio de Janeiro to Houston?
The reverse city pair is Rio de Janeiro to Houston. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,088 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Houston to Rio de Janeiro route connect?
This route connects United States (Houston) with Brazil (Rio de Janeiro).