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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town from R17 421

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RIO — CPT
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
Fri 10/5
Fri 17/5

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 5 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 375

Round-trip from

R1 914
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro average R28 492. You can even find prices in May for less than R28 492, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as R17 181. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (RIO - CPT)?

When flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 549 090 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Ethiopian Air flights we've found from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 23/920:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 8/1015:20CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R24 079
Mon 23/920:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/1014:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R25 448
Tue 24/921:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/1014:35CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R26 835
Mon 23/921:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/1015:20CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R27 297
Mon 3/621:20GIG - CPT
3 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/614:35CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R28 407
Mon 3/617:45SDU - CPT
3 stops33h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/614:35CPT - SDU
2 stops35h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R28 462
Tue 24/921:20GIG - CPT
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/1013:50CPT - GIG
2 stops37h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R28 666
Sat 22/620:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/714:35CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R29 110
Mon 3/621:20GIG - CPT
3 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/614:35CPT - GIG
2 stops36h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R29 609

Cheap Emirates flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 549 090 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Emirates flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 21/103:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Thu 7/1118:25CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R31 828
Sun 25/83:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Sat 7/913:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/5R31 958
Wed 5/63:00GIG - CPT
1 stop32h 50mEmirates
Thu 20/613:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R31 976
Fri 1/1117:45SDU - CPT
2 stops42h 00mEmirates
Sat 16/1113:40CPT - SDU
2 stops47h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R32 124
Sun 25/83:00GIG - CPT
1 stop32h 50mEmirates
Sat 7/918:20CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R32 143
Sun 20/103:00GIG - CPT
1 stop32h 50mEmirates
Tue 5/1118:25CPT - GIG
1 stop26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R32 975
Mon 9/93:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Sat 21/913:05CPT - GIG
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R34 103
Mon 9/93:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Sat 21/915:20CPT - GIG
2 stops53h 35mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R40 909
Sun 25/83:00GIG - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Sat 7/918:20CPT - GIG
2 stops40h 05mEmirates
Deal found 5/5R54 705

Cheap Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 549 090 searches. Prices were last updated on 5 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 8/520:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R17 421
Thu 6/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/613:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R19 992
Mon 3/614:00GIG - CPT
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/620:20CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 543
Mon 3/613:15SDU - CPT
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/617:20CPT - SDU
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 598
Mon 3/615:05GIG - CPT
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/618:10CPT - GIG
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 617
Sun 2/614:40GIG - CPT
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/615:30CPT - GIG
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 746
Mon 3/617:45SDU - CPT
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/614:35CPT - SDU
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R24 634
Sun 2/68:40SDU - CPT
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/615:30CPT - SDU
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R24 782
Sun 2/68:40SDU - CPT
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/65:50CPT - SDU
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R26 132

Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rio de Janeiro and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 549 090 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 8/520:05GIG - CPT
2 stops36h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/513:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R17 421
Thu 6/621:20GIG - CPT
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/613:50CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R19 992
Tue 26/1111:40GIG - CPT
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/1112:40CPT - GIG
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R21 656
Tue 26/1117:45SDU - CPT
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/1112:40CPT - SDU
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R21 712
Mon 21/1013:40GIG - CPT
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1117:20CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R22 544
Fri 1/1118:50SDU - CPT
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/1112:40CPT - SDU
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 339
Wed 31/720:15SDU - CPT
2 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/86:00CPT - SDU
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 487
Mon 3/614:00GIG - CPT
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/620:20CPT - GIG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 543
Tue 26/1117:45SDU - CPT
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/1112:40CPT - SDU
2 stops14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 543

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town 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 549 090 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

R19 992 - R41 759

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/6

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/6

2 stops34h 35m

R19 992

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 21/10

2 stops16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/11

2 stops33h 55m

R22 544

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/10

2 stops33h 05m

R24 079

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/10

2 stops36h 45m

R25 448

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 21/10

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop26h 30m

R31 828

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 20/10

1 stop37h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/11

2 stops29h 05m

R32 716

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/6

1 stop42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/6

1 stop25h 30m

R33 530

Rio de Janeiro Santos DumontCape Town Intl

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 24/9

2 stops40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/10

2 stops37h 30m

R35 878

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlCape Town Intl

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/11

1 stop44h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/11

1 stop46h 40m

R41 759

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 4/5

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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town is currently R0 while a return flight costs R29 753. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (average of R104). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R141). 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.

January

R1 979

February

R2 238

March

R2 515

April

R2 367

May

R1 979

June

R1 923

July

R2 201

August

R2 219

September

R2 275

October

R2 238

November

R2 127

December

R2 608

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 5 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town, such as Ethiopian Air, Emirates and British Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,9
Good
1 604 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,7
Good
4 440 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,6
Good
1 786 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

7,4
Good
792 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 014 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town for under R20 000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town for under R20 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R19 992, but on average you can expect to pay R24 375.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R24 079, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town.. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 15% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does GIG to CPT mean?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is GIG and Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

    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 Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/5.

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