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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to South Africa from R7 121

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — JNB
Dez 24 — Dez 311
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

R13 915

One-way from

R7 121
South African
  • South African
  • 15/5-19/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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South African
  • South African
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 00m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 Dezember 2024.

Mo 23/1219:55GIG - JNB
1 stop11h 30mLATAM Airlines
Fr 3/115:20JNB - GIG
1 stop21h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/12R19 785
Sa 21/1213:45SDU - JNB
1 stop17h 40mLATAM Airlines
So 5/115:20JNB - SDU
1 stop22h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/12R22 032
Sa 21/128:45GIG - CPT
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sa 28/1212:40CPT - GIG
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R32 215
Sa 21/1215:35SDU - CPT
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sa 28/1212:40CPT - SDU
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R32 921
Sa 21/1218:10GIG - CPT
1 stop37h 00mBritish Airways
Sa 28/1218:45CPT - GIG
1 stop41h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12R33 356
Sa 21/129:10SDU - JNB
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
So 5/116:40JNB - SDU
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R49 174
Fr 20/123:45GIG - CPT
1 stop26h 55mEmirates
Sa 28/1218:25CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 18/12R64 556
So 22/123:45GIG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
So 5/116:10JNB - GIG
3 stops28h 45mEmirates
Deal found 17/12R70 445
So 22/123:45GIG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fr 3/121:00JNB - GIG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R71 242
Sa 21/1219:55GIG - JNB
3 stops32h 35mEthiopian Air
So 5/123:00JNB - GIG
2 stops28h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R73 000

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 Dezember 2024.

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Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Do 15/5

11:15-7:00

1 stop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 19/6

9:50-17:35

2 stops36h 45m

R13 915

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mi 26/3

16:45-12:25

1 stop14h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 10/4

15:05-8:40

2 stops22h 35m

R14 749

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mi 26/3

19:55-12:25

1 stop11h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 10/4

15:05-8:00

1 stop21h 55m

R14 821

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mo 27/1

17:30-19:55

2 stops21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Di 11/2

9:20-8:20

2 stops28h 00m

R19 079

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mo 27/1

20:00-17:20

2 stops16h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Di 11/2

9:20-10:45

2 stops30h 25m

R19 713

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mo 27/1

8:45-17:20

2 stops27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Di 11/2

9:20-23:50

2 stops19h 30m

R19 731

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mo 17/2

15:20-12:25

1 stop16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 11/3

16:40-19:15

3 stops31h 35m

R20 637

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Do 10/4

6:00-6:55

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 15/5

9:55-23:40

1 stop18h 45m

R20 673

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fr 18/4

19:45-13:00

2 stops36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 21/4

14:35-19:05

2 stops33h 30m

R22 213

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Do 1/5

19:45-3:55

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 31/5

23:00-19:05

2 stops25h 05m

R23 826

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Travel insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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

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

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

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.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

South African
7,8
Good
66 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 879 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. 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 Rio de Janeiro to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for South African. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 121. Users have also found prices from R11 741 and R12 900 on LATAM Airlines and KLM, respectively.

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

    Most travellers choose Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Cape Town Intl, Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

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