Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL Linhas Aéreas will launch a new non-stop route between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão (GIG) and New York–JFK, with the start of operations scheduled for 8 July 2026. The service is announced as the airline’s first long-haul route and marks the beginning of a new phase of international expansion.
The Rio–New York connection will be operated three times per week, linking GIG and JFK during Brazil’s peak winter season in July. The route is presented as a strategic development for both tourism and business traffic between Brazil and the United States, on a city pair already served by other carriers.
GOL highlights a strategic partnership with the City of Rio de Janeiro to support the development of the new service from Galeão, which local authorities aim to position as an international gateway. The airline’s communication frames the Rio–New York route as a key element of its long-haul growth plan, focused on expanding beyond its historically domestic and short-haul South American network.
Ticket sales for the route are open through GOL’s website and mobile application. Industry publications report aligned details on the launch date of 8 July 2026 and the planned schedule of three weekly round trips between Rio de Janeiro and New York.