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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R7 483

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R12 991

One-way from

R7 483
21/1-28/1
  • 21/1-28/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 84h 55m total
  • South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
15/3
  • 15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 35m total
  • South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Thu 26/1215:20JNB - GIG
2 stops28h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sat 4/15:15GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/12R28 899
Thu 26/1211:15JNB - SDU
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/110:00SDU - JNB
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R34 951
Sat 21/1212:40CPT - SDU
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/19:10SDU - CPT
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R38 121
Sat 21/1212:40CPT - GIG
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/16:35GIG - CPT
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R38 248
Sat 21/1212:35CPT - GIG
2 stops37h 40mQatar Airways
Sat 4/119:35GIG - CPT
2 stops33h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12R41 310
Thu 26/1218:50JNB - GIG
1 stop26h 05mEmirates
Fri 3/13:45GIG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 18/12R54 011
Sun 22/126:50CPT - GIG
2 stops22h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 2/118:25GIG - CPT
2 stops20h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/12R58 197
Tue 24/126:50CPT - SDU
2 stops31h 10mLATAM Airlines
Thu 2/114:45SDU - CPT
2 stops24h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/12R63 288
Thu 26/1223:00JNB - GIG
2 stops29h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/118:20GIG - JNB
3 stops34h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R73 163
Sun 22/129:00CPT - GIG
2 stops29h 35mSWISS
Sun 5/115:25GIG - CPT
2 stops38h 30mSWISS
Deal found 17/12R117 481
Sat 21/1213:40CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 15mEmirates
Fri 3/13:45GIG - CPT
1 stop32h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/12R122 481
Fri 20/1218:30CPT - GIG
1 stop40h 25mLufthansa
Mon 6/115:25GIG - CPT
1 stop38h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12R133 026

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

9:20-8:00

2 stops27h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 28/1

22:25-12:40

2 stops57h 15m

R12 991

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/1

15:00-20:10

2 stops34h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 7/2

7:50-14:00

2 stops25h 10m

R14 314

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

15:20-10:40

2 stops24h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/3

18:25-12:25

1 stop13h 00m

R14 767

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/1

15:20-8:40

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 29/1

14:50-12:25

2 stops16h 35m

R15 129

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/2

16:40-18:10

2 stops30h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 12/2

12:35-14:40

2 stops21h 05m

R16 723

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/1

15:20-12:45

3 stops26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 29/1

7:30-12:25

2 stops23h 55m

R17 629

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

8:40-15:05

2 stops35h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/7

22:00-7:00

2 stops52h 00m

R18 499

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

23:55-9:35

2 stops38h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/3

15:25-10:25

2 stops38h 00m

R19 459

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/1

18:30-5:55

1 stop40h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 7/2

15:20-7:40

2 stops35h 20m

R24 877

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

13:25-15:55

1 stop31h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 30/6

3:00-10:15

1 stop26h 15m

R25 312

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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.

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 inches 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 19 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, such as LATAM Airlines, Lufthansa and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
66 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro are TAAG (R11 161), LATAM Airlines (R12 919), and South African (R14 042).

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

  • 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR7 659AverageR16 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 032AverageR24 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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