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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town from R18 970

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RIO — CPT
5月 21 — 5月 281
1 adult
火 21/5
火 28/5

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 16 5月 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 017

Round-trip from

R1 951
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro average R28 074. You can even find prices in May for less than R28 074, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as R16 929. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (RIO - CPT)?

When flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Emirates flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 5月 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
月 26/817:45SDU - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
土 7/913:05CPT - SDU
2 stops36h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R30 559
水 12/63:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
木 20/618:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R31 580
月 9/93:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
土 21/918:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R32 709
日 25/83:00GIG - CPT
1 stop32h 50mEmirates
土 7/918:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R33 402
水 12/63:00GIG - CPT
2 stops54h 30mEmirates
木 20/613:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R35 060
月 9/93:00GIG - CPT
2 stops30h 30mEmirates
土 21/913:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R35 242
月 9/93:00GIG - CPT
2 stops30h 30mEmirates
土 21/915:20CPT - GIG
2 stops29h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R39 452
日 25/83:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
土 7/918:20CPT - GIG
2 stops40h 05mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R54 795
日 27/102:55GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 45mEmirates
火 12/1113:40CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R158 700

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 5月 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Ethiopian Air flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
木 13/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
木 20/613:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R22 887
金 24/520:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
火 28/514:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R26 168
土 22/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
月 22/714:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R31 179
月 26/821:20GIG - CPT
3 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
土 7/914:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R33 693

Cheap Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 5月 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
木 13/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
木 20/613:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R22 887
金 24/520:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
火 28/514:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R26 168
土 22/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
月 22/714:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R31 179
土 22/614:15GIG - CPT
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
月 22/76:00CPT - GIG
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R31 507
土 22/69:35SDU - CPT
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
月 22/76:00CPT - SDU
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R31 561
水 12/63:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
木 20/618:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R31 580
水 22/521:55GIG - CPT
2 stops42h 30mKLM
日 26/523:15CPT - GIG
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Deal found 15/5R32 236
水 22/521:55GIG - CPT
2 stops42h 30mAir France
日 26/523:15CPT - GIG
2 stops49h 20mAir France
Deal found 15/5R32 764
木 13/621:55GIG - CPT
1 stop42h 30mKLM
木 20/623:15CPT - GIG
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Deal found 16/5R34 295

Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 5月 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
月 28/1012:50SDU - CPT
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
火 12/1115:00CPT - SDU
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R18 970
金 6/127:40SDU - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
金 20/1215:00CPT - SDU
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R20 865
金 6/127:40SDU - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
金 20/1215:00CPT - SDU
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R20 901
月 28/1014:40GIG - CPT
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
火 12/1112:40CPT - GIG
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R21 557
木 13/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
木 20/613:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R22 887
金 6/1221:45SDU - CPT
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
金 20/1215:00CPT - SDU
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R22 997
金 1/1118:50SDU - CPT
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
土 16/1112:40CPT - SDU
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R24 090
金 6/127:40SDU - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
金 20/1215:00CPT - SDU
3 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R24 163
月 26/813:40GIG - CPT
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
土 7/915:30CPT - GIG
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R24 327

Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 5月 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town departing last-minute. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
金 24/520:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
火 28/514:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R26 168
水 22/521:55GIG - CPT
2 stops42h 30mKLM
日 26/523:15CPT - GIG
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Deal found 15/5R32 236
水 22/521:55GIG - CPT
2 stops42h 30mAir France
日 26/523:15CPT - GIG
2 stops49h 20mAir France
Deal found 15/5R32 764
木 23/59:35SDU - CPT
2 stops44h 15mQatar Airways
月 27/513:00CPT - SDU
2 stops37h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R35 005
木 23/513:15SDU - CPT
2 stops40h 35mQatar Airways
月 27/513:00CPT - SDU
2 stops37h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R35 971
水 22/516:30GIG - CPT
1 stop37h 30mBritish Airways
日 26/518:55CPT - GIG
1 stop39h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/5R36 901
金 24/516:50GIG - CPT
1 stop37h 10mBritish Airways
火 28/518:55CPT - GIG
1 stop39h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/5R45 447
金 24/521:55GIG - CPT
1 stop42h 30mKLM
火 28/523:15CPT - GIG
2 stops49h 10mKLM
Deal found 16/5R58 549

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 5月 2024.

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R18 970 - R37 939

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Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontCape Town Intl

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

月 28/10

2 stops20h 10m

Cape Town Intl

火 12/11

2 stops22h 30m

R18 970

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

月 28/10

2 stops20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

火 12/11

1 stop14h 35m

R21 557

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

木 13/6

2 stops36h 10m

Cape Town Intl

木 20/6

2 stops34h 35m

R22 887

Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontCape Town Intl

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

金 1/11

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

土 16/11

1 stop13h 55m

R24 090

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

月 28/10

1 stop37h 05m

Cape Town Intl

火 12/11

1 stop39h 10m

R27 498

Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontCape Town Intl

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

月 26/8

2 stops36h 50m

Cape Town Intl

土 7/9

2 stops36h 30m

R30 559

Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontCape Town Intl

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

金 1/11

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

土 16/11

2 stops38h 00m

R31 434

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

木 13/6

1 stop42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

木 20/6

1 stop25h 30m

R34 295

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

月 28/10

2 stops45h 15m

Cape Town Intl

月 11/11

2 stops46h 35m

R37 939

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Deals found on 16/5

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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town is currently R0 while a return flight costs R27 692. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (average of R107). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R141). 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.

January

R1 950

February

R2 205

March

R2 478

April

R2 332

May

R2 059

June

R1 950

July

R2 187

August

R2 187

September

R2 241

October

R2 205

November

R2 114

December

R2 569

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 16 5月 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town, such as Emirates, Ethiopian Air and KLM. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,9
Good
1 568 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,7
Good
4 387 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,6
Good
1 764 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,4
Good
787 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town for under R19 000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town for under R19 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R18 970, but on average you can expect to pay R27 771.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town for under R26 200?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R26 200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R22 887, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Emirates. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does GIG to CPT mean?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is GIG and Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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