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How to get to Rock in Rio 2026 from Chicago

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

Flying to Rock in Rio 2026 from Chicago means covering about 8,548 km — around 11h 38m gate to gate, with GIG as the most convenient arrival airport. Book around 10–12 weeks out and expect round trips from roughly $750 for the event dates.

8,548 km
Distance
11h 38m
Time in the air
$750
Round trip from

Flights for the event dates

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

Atlantic BlueAB 174
08:40
ORD
11h 38m
Direct
20:18
GIG
$862
Round trip from
EuroConnectE 299
11:05
ORD
14h 8m
1 stop
01:13+1
GIG
$750
Round trip from
SkyLine AirSA 589
22:30
ORD
15h 38m
1 stop
14:08+1
GIG
$660
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 Chicago?
Nonstop or with a short connection, plan on about 11h 38m from Chicago 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

New York$630London$720Los Angeles$835Toronto$660Sydney$1,050Dublin$795Dubai$955Istanbul$825Lisbon$1,859

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