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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro from R8 312

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 9/7. 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.
JNB — RIO
May 19 — May 261
1 adult
Sun 19/5
Sun 26/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

Find a great deal and save up to 16% by booking at least 24 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R16 385.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Rio de Janeiro. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa in April are about R19 920 on average during April, but can be found for as low as R14 362.

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

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

Cheap LATAM Airlines flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by LATAM Airlines for the route between South Africa and Rio de Janeiro. 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 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced LATAM Airlines flights we've found from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/910:20GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 318
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/919:00GIG - JNB
2 stops55h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 374
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/918:45GIG - JNB
2 stops55h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 594
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/96:30GIG - JNB
1 stop19h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 631
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/914:15GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 852
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/96:35GIG - JNB
2 stops19h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R16 072
Sun 9/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 00mLATAM Airlines
Thu 13/65:20GIG - JNB
1 stop21h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/5R21 589
Sun 9/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 00mLATAM Airlines
Thu 13/610:20GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R21 644
Sun 9/612:55JNB - SDU
2 stops29h 30mLATAM Airlines
Thu 13/68:50SDU - JNB
2 stops17h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R21 681

Cheap Emirates flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between South Africa and Rio de Janeiro. 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 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Emirates flights we've found from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 23/513:25JNB - GIG
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Sun 2/63:00GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 13/5R25 120
Mon 15/722:20JNB - GIG
1 stop46h 35mEmirates
Sun 21/73:00GIG - JNB
1 stop32h 15mEmirates
Deal found 14/5R25 433
Thu 6/619:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Fri 7/63:00GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 14/5R27 934
Mon 15/713:25JNB - SDU
2 stops48h 10mEmirates
Mon 22/717:45SDU - JNB
2 stops41h 30mEmirates
Deal found 14/5R28 945
Thu 4/718:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Sun 21/73:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Deal found 13/5R28 963
Thu 6/613:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Sun 9/63:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Deal found 12/5R29 000
Sun 9/619:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Wed 12/63:00GIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mEmirates
Deal found 12/5R29 386
Sun 9/619:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Wed 12/63:00GIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mEmirates
Deal found 13/5R29 423

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

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 608 177 searches. Prices were last updated on 14 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/910:20GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 318
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/919:00GIG - JNB
2 stops55h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 374
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/918:45GIG - JNB
2 stops55h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 594
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/96:30GIG - JNB
1 stop19h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 631
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/914:15GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 852
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/96:35GIG - JNB
2 stops19h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R16 072
Thu 6/69:55JNB - SDU
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/69:10SDU - JNB
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R17 415
Thu 6/616:40JNB - SDU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/69:10SDU - JNB
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R17 635
Thu 6/69:55JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/613:40GIG - JNB
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R18 224

South Africa to Rio de Janeiro 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 4/718:40CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/715:05GIG - CPT
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R13 314
Thu 4/718:40CPT - SDU
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/713:15SDU - CPT
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 656
Fri 8/1115:15JNB - GIG
1 stop13h 30mLATAM Airlines
Thu 21/1115:05GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R14 748
Fri 8/1115:15JNB - SDU
1 stop22h 25mLATAM Airlines
Thu 21/1118:50SDU - JNB
1 stop12h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R14 803
Fri 8/1115:15JNB - GIG
2 stops23h 50mLATAM Airlines
Thu 21/1115:05GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 969
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/910:20GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 318
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/919:00GIG - JNB
2 stops55h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 374
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/918:45GIG - JNB
2 stops55h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/5R15 594
Fri 28/612:55JNB - GIG
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/96:30GIG - JNB
1 stop19h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 631

South Africa to Rio de Janeiro flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro 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 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Thu 23/516:40JNB - GIG
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/66:40GIG - JNB
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R19 530
Thu 23/59:55JNB - GIG
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/66:40GIG - JNB
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R21 074
Thu 23/59:55JNB - SDU
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:50SDU - JNB
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R21 608
Thu 23/518:50JNB - GIG
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/621:55GIG - JNB
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R22 362
Thu 23/59:55JNB - SDU
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/610:45SDU - JNB
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R22 601
Thu 23/516:40JNB - SDU
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:50SDU - JNB
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R24 348
Thu 23/513:25JNB - GIG
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Sun 2/63:00GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 13/5R25 120
Thu 23/519:10JNB - GIG
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/63:00GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R29 515

One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. 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 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Users can also find round-trip South Africa to Rio de Janeiro flights by using the search form above.
Tue 9/715:30CPT - SDU
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R8 312
Tue 9/715:30CPT - SDU
3 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R8 772
Thu 23/519:10CPT - GIG
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R10 372
Thu 23/515:30CPT - SDU
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R10 556
Thu 23/55:45CPT - SDU
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R10 592
Thu 23/515:30CPT - GIG
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R10 997
Tue 9/715:30CPT - GIG
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R11 052
Tue 9/712:50CPT - SDU
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R12 468
Thu 23/518:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 13/5R14 840

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

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro 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 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

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R13 314 - R32 972

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Cape Town IntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/7

2 stops34h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 22/7

2 stops18h 25m

R13 314

Cape Town IntlRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/7

2 stops31h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 22/7

2 stops20h 15m

R14 656

Johannesburg OR TamboRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/6

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/9

1 stop16h 05m

R15 318

Johannesburg OR TamboRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/6

1 stop16h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/9

2 stops55h 25m

R15 374

Johannesburg OR TamboRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/5

1 stop31h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop26h 15m

R25 120

Cape Town IntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/6

2 stops37h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/6

2 stops36h 40m

R25 782

Cape Town IntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/6

1 stop40h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 14/6

1 stop36h 35m

R26 039

Cape Town IntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/7

2 stops32h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 24/7

2 stops35h 35m

R31 280

Cape Town IntlRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/7

1 stop25h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 22/7

1 stop42h 30m

R32 972

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Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated 14 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, such as LATAM Airlines, Emirates and Ethiopian Air. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 957 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

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
3 957 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 957 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,9
Good
1 569 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 957 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,7
Good
4 403 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 957 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
2 415 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 957 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,4
Good
783 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 957 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

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 South Africa to Rio de Janeiro for under R13 400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro for under R13 400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R13 314, but on average you can expect to pay R17 893.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro for under R19 600?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than R19 600.

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

  • What does JNB to GIG mean?

    Great question - JNB to GIG just means Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The South Africa to Rio de Janeiro flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 14/5.

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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 608 177 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR7 835AverageR17 081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 680AverageR23 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 907AverageR23 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR24 423AverageR26 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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