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Cheapest return flight
R11 070
Typical prices: R12 887-R19 948
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JNB - SDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 650
Typical prices: R10 168-R14 908
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Thu 1/2
JNB - GIG • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights to Rio de Janeiro

 
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Recent return flight deals to Rio de Janeiro

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
LATAM Airlines Logo
15:35 - 9:00Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
22h 25m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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17:25 - 12:45Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Congonhas
R11 070LATAM Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10
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15:35 - 8:45Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
22h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Brasilia
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18:55 - 12:45Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R11 103LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 8
LATAM Airlines Logo
15:35 - 5:55Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 20m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Foz do Iguaçu Cataratas
LATAM Airlines Logo
15:00 - 12:45Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 45m2 stops Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R11 103LATAM Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 6:25Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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19:50 - 20:30Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Cape Town Intl
R11 251Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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15:35 - 9:50Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Brasilia
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17:40 - 17:25Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Cape Town Intl
R11 499Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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15:05 - 21:50Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
35h 45m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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10:05 - 14:05Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R11 929Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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19:00 - 20:20Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 20m2 stops Cape Town Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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8:35 - 7:45Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R12 606South African
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15
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11:10 - 20:20Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
14h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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8:30 - 7:45Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 15m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R13 184South African
6 hours ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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19:05 - 15:55Durban  Durban King Shaka Intl-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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3:45 - 17:10Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Durban Durban King Shaka Intl
32h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R23 742Emirates
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 28
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19:05 - 15:55Durban  Durban King Shaka Intl-Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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3:45 - 17:10Rio de Janeiro  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-Durban Durban King Shaka Intl
32h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R25 262Emirates
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Rio de Janeiro

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro is the cheapest route at R11 070 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a return flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro costs R15 609, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R14 715, while Cape Town runs a bit higher at R16 826.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro at R15 514 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at R19 380.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

•August is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro with an average price of R13 250 return.
•July (R20 355) and January (R18 323) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Afternoon flights to Rio de Janeiro are the cheapest at R15 530 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at R23 246.

What is a good deal for flights to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights under R12 887 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Rio de Janeiro at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R12 407.

When are flights to Rio de Janeiro the cheapest?

Flights to Rio de Janeiro are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Rio de Janeiro

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R7 650
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights to Rio de Janeiro

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Rio de Janeiro is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around R12 887 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which airports serve Rio de Janeiro?

    Flights to Rio de Janeiro arrive at: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro are from Johannesburg, starting at R11 070 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Rio de Janeiro?

    Last-minute fares to Rio de Janeiro (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 21% higher than the average return fare of R15 609.

  • Which airports serve Rio de Janeiro and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Rio de Janeiro can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU). Nearby alternatives within 80,5 km of Rio de Janeiro include Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). This airport is not in Rio de Janeiro itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Rio de Janeiro, book around 26 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 28% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Rio de Janeiro, a good return fare is around R12 887. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Rio de Janeiro in August. Return fares historically average R13 250, making August the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to midday to save up to R7 716 on a return flight. Midday flights to Rio de Janeiro average R15 530 compared to R23 246 for afternoon flights.
  • Once you arrive in Rio de Janeiro, a few great places to start are Copacabana Beach and RioCentro. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Rio de Janeiro

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Rio de Janeiro? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3677 reviews
8,0Comfort
7,9Food
8,2Boarding
8,4Crew
8,2Entertainment
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There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

8,0 ExcellentEden, Dec 2025
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There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

No Vegetarian options onboard, made to wait for a long time for boarding

The internet connection did was not functioning as per normal.

Staff were friendly, and provided great service. The food was plentiful and delicious. Food could have been hotter.

The individual attention the crew gives to passengers is commendable and I find them positively helpful.

Friendly staff. My seat was changed at the last minute. Afterwards, my seat was taken by someone else by mistake.

For such a long flight I feel the spacing of seats could’ve been better to make it more comfortable for passengers. Very little space to move & stretch legs.

The flight was delayed in Jhb and I could have had some help in Dubai trying to get to my connecting flight to London

This airline has now finally turned the corner and reminiscent of the old day service. Would definitely recommend flying with SAA.

Great experience all-round. From re-checking baggage directly before leaving the arrivals hall (coming from international), to fast and friendly boarding, to complimentary drinks and snacks on board. This was a very pleasant experience - even my luggage was delivered on the belt very quickly and it was a wonderful end to a 28 hour transit.

I had a very good experience from boarding to arrivals.

Boarded almost 48 hrs later after a scheduling change on my initial flight that was not communicated either by kayak of SAA.

I had booked a ticket for a 6:40 am departure in July 2025, but it appears there was a change to 8;00 am, which meant I missed my connecting flight which departed 10 m minutes before I landed. I had seen this problem only the previous day and try to resolve it with South African air, but they are very uncooperative on the phone. All they could say was all flights were fully booked and I ended up buying paying $2,000+ to secure a ticket for my family to ensure we got out of South Africa by Monday, which am currently pursuing with the airline.

South African Airways on the outside, a very old shabby Qatar Airways plane on the inside

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Overall, a good experience on this leg of the trip

The arrival was pretty bad. Long waits for the bus to deplaning the airplane.

Apart of Sky miles delta. And they go everywhere in Brazil

There was a mechanical issue with the plane that they had to work on before we could take off. That's fine, by all means, PLEASE make sure the mechanics are functioning properly. What was a problem was the fact that we sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours without moving, without letting us off the plane, and without climate control and air running through the plane. There was no explanation as to what was going on; they just kept promising that it would be "15 minutes, then we are on our way." At one point, they even switched the entire crew out and told everyone we just needed to wait for new employees to show up. Then, as the 4 hours were not moving, an hour before the full refund, they made a big show about "the flight starting and the doors are locked, so you have to sit down." We didn't move for another 40 minutes; they were just trying to skirt around legalities that entitled us to restitution. When the flight finally was underway, the plane was gigantic but cramped in design, my entertainment screen kept freezing and glitching, and subtitles didn't work, and the crew was passive-aggressive. Terrible flight.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

The way the Pilot made all announcements, specially the way he congratulated the entire crew as the best team ever, making a comment that due to them they were able to shorter the delay to the destination. Amazing flight .

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

Basic experience, we were delayed causing less time to enjoy our destination and on the way back, we boarded when the flight should have been taking off.

The flight itinerary was changed 3 times, I explain the problem on the previous leg.

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