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Cheapest return flight
R13 381
Typical prices: R14 500-R24 011
LATAM Airlines
Tue 4/12Mon 17/12
GIG - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R13 228-R16 155
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Thu 1/2
GIG - CPT • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg R18 549 (return)
Shortest trip • 26h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Cape Town (GIG-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Cape Town

Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 17
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17:40 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R13 381LATAM Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 21
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19:30 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R13 398LATAM Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 28
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9:40 - 5:45GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 05m2 stops Sao Paulo Viracopos Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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15:05 - 0:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
38h 20m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 008Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14
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19:30 - 18:35GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 05m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:40 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 106LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 18
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17:40 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 156LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
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19:30 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 189LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 15
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9:15 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 832LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 18
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13:00 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m2 stops Vitória Eurico Sales Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 848LATAM Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 15
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9:15 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 881LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 17
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11:05 - 12:40GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 35m2 stops Curitiba Afonso Pena Sao Paulo Congonhas
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15:40 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R14 897LATAM Airlines
1 day ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Return flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town typically range from R14 500 to R24 011. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 381 on LATAM Airlines.

Key details for Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town. Flights with 1 stopover take between 12h 52m and 26h 36m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town range from R14 500 to R24 011, with an average of R16 945 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 500 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 381 to R67 958. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 078, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R440 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    Connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

    • Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) – 97% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R13 925 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R21 786, a difference of R7 861.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 52m, compared to 26h 36m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 5 hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average R13 925, which is about R7 861 less than Sunday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R13 052 return in that month – typically R15 606 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

More options for your flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Cape Town

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