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R7 851+ Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RIO
Aug 21 — Aug 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 July 2026.

Sun 16/814:55
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 29/818:35
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/7R11 521
Wed 11/115:45
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1110:40
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7R11 537
Sun 16/820:35
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/818:35
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7R11 570
Wed 14/1014:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 22/1010:50
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops20h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/7R11 587
Wed 14/1014:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 24/1013:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/7R11 735
Tue 13/109:25
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/107:00
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7R11 768
Mon 17/87:30
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops21h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 24/813:45
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops17h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/7R11 817
Sun 16/814:55
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 29/813:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/7R12 064
Sun 16/814:55
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 31/811:45
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/7R12 113
Tue 13/109:25
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/106:15
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7R12 228
Mon 17/87:30
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/819:45
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7R12 294
Tue 18/814:50
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops29h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 24/819:45
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/7R12 327

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Find the latest flights to Rio de Janeiro in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 22 July 2026.

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R11 521

One-way from

R7 851

Popular in

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Average price

R18 861
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 16/8-29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R435 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

5:45-7:40

2 stops30h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 18/11

10:40-14:40

2 stops23h 00m

R11 537

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

14:50-8:05

1 stop22h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 24/8

13:45-11:55

2 stops17h 10m

R11 636

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

7:30-0:05

2 stops21h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 24/8

13:45-11:55

2 stops17h 10m

R11 817

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

21:20-7:20

2 stops39h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 31/8

17:10-11:55

1 stop13h 45m

R12 739

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

9:50-7:40

1 stop26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 12/11

13:45-7:45

1 stop13h 00m

R16 228

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

11:10-20:05

1 stop13h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/11

17:35-11:00

2 stops36h 25m

R16 524

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

14:50-0:05

1 stop14h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 13/8

15:00-12:10

1 stop16h 10m

R16 672

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

8:55-7:05

2 stops27h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 11/8

8:15-10:20

2 stops21h 05m

R16 870

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

10:25-8:35

2 stops27h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 24/8

6:00-11:55

2 stops24h 55m

R17 775

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

10:25-8:05

2 stops26h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 24/8

13:45-11:55

2 stops17h 10m

R17 857

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rio de Janeiro

How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro takes 21 hours 17 minutes. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines, South African and Emirates.

LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines
From R10 431
Emirates
Emirates
From R19 715
South African
South African
From R13 444

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines, South African and Emirates.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated 22 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,South African, andLATAM Airlines to Brazil to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 962 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Rio de Janeiro

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, LATAM Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro. One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl typically cost R892, while return flights cost around R918.

  • How much is a return flight to Rio de Janeiro?

    A return flight to Rio de Janeiro will typically cost around R1 902, however they can be found for as little as R1 422.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rio de Janeiro depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 7 a 10 min 6km para Aeroporto Galeao Tubiacanga is the closest property to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (0,0 km away from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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