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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa from R11 351

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 19/6. 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 — JNB
May 6 — May 131
1 adult
Mon 6/5
Mon 13/5

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to South Africa. Flights to South Africa from Rio de Janeiro in February are about R24 192 on average during February, but can be found for as low as R13 730.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (RIO - ZA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa as you normally would.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Rio de Janeiro and South Africa. 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 594 470 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights we've detected travelling from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 8/521:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R17 551
Thu 9/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops36h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/514:30JNB - GIG
2 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R19 406
Sat 4/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/514:30JNB - GIG
2 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R20 436
Sat 4/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/514:30JNB - GIG
2 stops33h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R20 455
Fri 3/521:20GIG - JNB
2 stops41h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/58:20JNB - GIG
2 stops40h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R20 736
Fri 3/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops26h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 19/522:35JNB - GIG
2 stops28h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R21 110
Thu 30/521:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/613:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R21 242
Wed 8/520:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R21 523
Sat 4/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 16/522:35JNB - GIG
2 stops28h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R21 579

Cheap Emirates flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Rio de Janeiro and South Africa. 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 594 470 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Emirates flights travelling from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 27/53:00GIG - JNB
1 stop32h 15mEmirates
Tue 4/619:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 29/4R32 312
Sun 25/83:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Sat 7/913:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R32 387
Fri 24/53:00GIG - JNB
1 stop32h 15mEmirates
Sat 15/622:20JNB - GIG
1 stop46h 35mEmirates
Deal found 29/4R32 986
Sun 5/53:00GIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mEmirates
Tue 28/513:25JNB - GIG
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R33 960
Wed 8/53:00GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Sun 12/519:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 29/4R35 084
Sun 5/53:00GIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mEmirates
Tue 28/513:25JNB - GIG
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R36 058
Wed 8/53:00GIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mEmirates
Sun 12/519:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R36 077
Sun 5/53:00GIG - JNB
2 stops51h 25mEmirates
Tue 28/513:25JNB - GIG
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R37 856
Sun 5/53:00GIG - JNB
2 stops33h 25mEmirates
Tue 28/519:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R39 748

Cheap Rio de Janeiro to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Prices were last updated on 1 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/521:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R17 551
Mon 6/514:00GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R18 713
Mon 6/512:20SDU - JNB
1 stop14h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - SDU
1 stop13h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R18 769
Tue 28/517:45SDU - JNB
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/616:40JNB - SDU
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R18 881
Tue 28/520:20GIG - JNB
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/616:40JNB - GIG
3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R19 013
Thu 9/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops36h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/514:30JNB - GIG
2 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R19 406
Tue 28/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/616:40JNB - GIG
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R19 425
Thu 2/514:00GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 19/512:55JNB - GIG
2 stops26h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/4R19 706
Mon 6/521:20GIG - JNB
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/522:35JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R20 249

Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rio de Janeiro and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/521:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R17 551
Mon 6/514:00GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R18 713
Mon 6/512:20SDU - JNB
1 stop14h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - SDU
1 stop13h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R18 769
Tue 28/517:45SDU - JNB
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/616:40JNB - SDU
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R18 881
Tue 28/520:20GIG - JNB
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/616:40JNB - GIG
3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R19 013
Thu 9/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops36h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/514:30JNB - GIG
2 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R19 406
Tue 28/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/616:40JNB - GIG
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R19 425
Sat 2/119:10SDU - JNB
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/1116:40JNB - SDU
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R19 612
Thu 2/514:00GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 19/512:55JNB - GIG
2 stops26h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/4R19 706

Rio de Janeiro to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 594 470 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Wed 8/521:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R17 551
Mon 6/514:00GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R18 713
Mon 6/515:05GIG - JNB
1 stop11h 20mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/4R18 732
Mon 6/512:20SDU - JNB
1 stop14h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - SDU
1 stop13h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R18 769
Thu 9/520:05GIG - JNB
2 stops36h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/514:30JNB - GIG
2 stops36h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R19 406
Mon 6/56:35GIG - JNB
2 stops19h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/4R19 706
Mon 6/521:20GIG - JNB
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/522:35JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R20 249
Mon 6/57:00GIG - JNB
2 stops19h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
2 stops21h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/4R20 642
Mon 6/56:35GIG - JNB
2 stops19h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 28/512:55JNB - GIG
2 stops21h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 661

One-way flights to South Africa from Rio de Janeiro

Search for one-way flight options from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from Rio de Janeiro, there is a search form available above.
Wed 19/68:00GIG - JNB
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R11 351
Wed 19/67:40SDU - JNB
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R11 651
Wed 19/620:05GIG - JNB
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R11 951
Thu 16/521:20GIG - JNB
2 stops25h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R12 288
Thu 16/517:45SDU - JNB
2 stops45h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R12 325
Sat 22/65:45GIG - CPT
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R12 644
Fri 21/65:45GIG - CPT
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R12 794
Fri 21/67:40SDU - CPT
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R12 794
Wed 17/75:45GIG - JNB
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R12 831

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 594 470 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.

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R18 713 - R39 093

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/5

1 stop12h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/5

1 stop16h 40m

R18 713

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/5

1 stop11h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/5

1 stop16h 40m

R18 732

Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 28/5

2 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/6

2 stops20h 45m

R18 881

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 28/5

2 stops35h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/6

3 stops37h 05m

R19 013

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/5

2 stops36h 50m

R19 406

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 27/5

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/6

1 stop25h 45m

R32 312

Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 25/5

2 stops39h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/6

2 stops30h 15m

R33 473

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 25/5

1 stop42h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/6

1 stop25h 30m

R35 478

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/9

2 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/11

1 stop46h 40m

R39 093

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Deals found on 30/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 1 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa, such as Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Qatar Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

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
4 049 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,9
Good
1 616 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,7
Good
4 454 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
2 473 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
1 794 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

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

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  • Can I find flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa for under R18 800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa for under R18 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on LATAM Airlines for just R18 713, but on average you can expect to pay R20 136.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa for under R17 600?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than R17 600.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?

  • What does GIG to JNB mean?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is GIG and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is JNB. 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. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?

    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 South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro to South Africa 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 South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 1/5.

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