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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa from R5 135

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — JNB
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult

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Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/4

15:05-12:15

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

15:05-0:35

1 stop14h 30m

R14 631

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 15/5

13:15-12:15

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

15:05-8:55

1 stop22h 50m

R15 856

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/5

6:00-7:00

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

16:40-15:05

2 stops27h 25m

R16 540

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/2

20:50-6:10

1 stop28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/2

12:40-23:15

1 stop15h 35m

R17 117

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 26/2

18:25-17:20

2 stops17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/3

9:20-8:00

2 stops27h 40m

R18 180

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 26/2

20:15-17:20

2 stops16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/3

9:20-9:00

2 stops28h 40m

R18 216

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 15/5

17:30-3:55

2 stops29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

23:00-20:10

2 stops26h 10m

R18 306

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 10/2

7:50-14:00

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/2

15:00-20:10

2 stops34h 10m

R18 613

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/5

21:40-13:05

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

8:20-19:05

2 stops39h 45m

R19 946

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/2

18:40-12:35

1 stop12h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/2

12:40-7:10

1 stop23h 30m

R20 432

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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 20 November 2024.

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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 20 November 2024.

Mon 2/1215:20GIG - CPT
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/126:05CPT - GIG
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R18 703
Mon 2/1220:15SDU - CPT
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/129:20CPT - SDU
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R18 937
Fri 20/1222:25GIG - JNB
1 stop33h 00mLATAM Airlines
Thu 26/1215:20JNB - GIG
1 stop21h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/11R20 288
Mon 2/1220:50GIG - JNB
1 stop44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/216:40JNB - GIG
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R23 586
Fri 13/1221:40SDU - JNB
1 stop33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/111:15JNB - SDU
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R26 018
Thu 5/1221:20GIG - CPT
2 stops34h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 17/114:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R28 126
Mon 2/1211:25GIG - JNB
2 stops22h 15mTAAG
Sat 1/216:40JNB - GIG
2 stops19h 30mTAAG
Deal found 19/11R28 180
Thu 5/1218:10GIG - CPT
1 stop37h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 17/118:45CPT - GIG
2 stops29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11R29 207
Thu 5/1220:40GIG - CPT
1 stop28h 50mAir France
Tue 11/28:30CPT - GIG
1 stop38h 50mAir France
Deal found 20/11R30 108
Wed 4/123:45GIG - CPT
1 stop32h 00mEmirates
Tue 11/218:25CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 20/11R30 486
Sun 1/123:45GIG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Sat 1/213:25JNB - GIG
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Deal found 19/11R30 901
Sat 7/1217:30SDU - CPT
2 stops39h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 16/1214:35CPT - SDU
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R32 162

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

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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 20 November 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 20 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa, such as LATAM Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
3 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
1 350 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
3 832 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
1 939 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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 LATAM Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 829. Users have also found prices from R15 297 and R17 892 on Ethiopian Air and GOL, 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 R116). 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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