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R7 677+ Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2025

Find the latest flights to Rio de Janeiro in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

R12 079

One-way from

R7 677

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 371
12/5-19/5
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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8/7
  • 8/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 026 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 947 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 12/59:50JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/511:20GIG - JNB
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R12 079
Tue 29/415:05JNB - GIG
2 stops20h 10mLATAM Airlines
Mon 5/519:55GIG - JNB
1 stop11h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/3R13 825
Mon 12/59:50JNB - SDU
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/512:05SDU - JNB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R14 280
Sun 31/815:05JNB - SDU
2 stops25h 10mLATAM Airlines
Wed 17/914:20SDU - JNB
1 stop16h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/3R14 389
Thu 8/59:50JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 50mSouth African
Thu 15/56:10GIG - JNB
1 stop19h 50mSouth African
Deal found 23/3R17 900
Thu 8/519:35JNB - GIG
2 stops42h 30mSWISS
Thu 15/515:20GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mSWISS
Deal found 23/3R20 174
Mon 12/513:55JNB - SDU
2 stops28h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 19/514:20SDU - JNB
2 stops38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R22 284
Mon 12/522:20JNB - GIG
1 stop46h 45mEmirates
Sun 18/53:30GIG - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 23/3R24 830
Mon 1/919:00JNB - GIG
1 stop38h 55mLufthansa
Wed 17/916:15GIG - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 23/3R26 540
Thu 11/918:50JNB - GIG
1 stop27h 00mAir France
Fri 19/919:00GIG - JNB
1 stop32h 30mAir France
Deal found 24/3R27 668
Wed 7/519:10JNB - SDU
2 stops42h 30mEmirates
Wed 14/513:00SDU - JNB
2 stops50h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/3R27 905

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

9:50-19:05

1 stop14h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 19/5

11:20-7:00

1 stop14h 40m

R12 079

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/4

15:05-0:10

1 stop14h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/5

19:55-12:15

1 stop11h 20m

R13 825

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

9:50-8:40

1 stop27h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 19/5

12:05-7:00

1 stop13h 55m

R14 280

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/8

15:05-9:35

1 stop23h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 17/9

20:20-12:15

1 stop10h 55m

R14 389

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

9:50-19:40

1 stop14h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 15/5

6:10-7:00

1 stop19h 50m

R17 900

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

19:35-9:05

2 stops42h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 15/5

15:20-9:20

2 stops37h 00m

R20 174

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

13:55-13:40

2 stops28h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 19/5

14:20-10:00

2 stops38h 40m

R22 284

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

22:20-16:05

1 stop46h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 18/5

3:30-10:15

1 stop25h 45m

R24 830

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

19:00-4:55

1 stop38h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 17/9

16:15-8:35

1 stop35h 20m

R26 540

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

18:50-16:50

1 stop27h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 19/9

19:00-8:30

1 stop32h 30m

R27 668

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Best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rio de Janeiro

When is the best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro takes 18 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Rio de Janeiro should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines, South African and SWISS.

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

From R423

South African

South African

From R498

SWISS

SWISS

From R1 011

Emirates

Emirates

From R1 368

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines, South African and SWISS.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro, such as Emirates, LATAM Airlines and SWISS. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 749 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 422 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to Rio de Janeiro

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, LATAM Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro. One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl typically cost R804, while return flights cost around R1 287.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rio de Janeiro depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Escondidinho Bar, hostel e casa de festas is the closest property to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (1,6 km away from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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