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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R8 598

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 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — RIO
Aug 27 — Sep 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Mon 10/815:50
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops26h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 16/811:45
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop18h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/7R12 479
Sat 15/815:50
CPT
-
GIG
1 stop13h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 22/820:20
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops33h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7R12 663
Mon 10/815:50
CPT
-
SDU
1 stop20h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 16/86:05
SDU
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/7R13 215
Sun 23/89:55
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/88:55
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7R13 298
Mon 10/818:10
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/88:00
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7R13 767
Mon 10/820:25
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/86:05
SDU
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7R13 884
Wed 11/119:55
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1117:35
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7R14 453
Sat 15/815:55
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/820:20
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7R14 553
Sat 19/915:05
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/919:00
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7R14 871
Sat 15/815:05
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/85:45
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7R15 707
Sat 15/815:05
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops45h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/88:15
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7R15 774
Wed 9/99:00
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops20h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 16/919:30
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop10h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/7R15 841

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 479

One-way from

R8 598

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R22 883
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 10/8-16/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
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18/10
  • 18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 794 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R15 834 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

20:25-7:20

2 stops39h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 16/8

6:05-10:55

1 stop23h 50m

R13 884

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

15:05-7:40

2 stops45h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 29/9

19:00-14:00

2 stops38h 00m

R14 871

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/11

9:00-0:05

2 stops20h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 25/11

5:45-11:10

2 stops24h 25m

R15 339
Fastest return journey

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

12:50-20:05

1 stop12h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/9

14:55-6:45

1 stop10h 50m

R15 707

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/8

15:50-0:45

1 stop13h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 21/8

7:00-10:55

1 stop22h 55m

R15 992

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

15:50-8:00

1 stop21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 16/8

5:40-10:55

2 stops24h 15m

R16 192

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

15:50-13:10

1 stop26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 16/8

16:20-10:55

1 stop13h 35m

R16 761

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

20:25-7:45

2 stops40h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 16/8

20:10-10:55

1 stop9h 45m

R17 112

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

15:50-0:05

1 stop13h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 4/10

13:45-10:55

2 stops16h 10m

R17 162

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

15:05-7:05

2 stops45h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 15/9

19:00-14:00

2 stops38h 00m

R18 082

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro (average of R11 960). Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in April is currently the most expensive (average of R29 072). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between R11 626 and R16 360 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 479 on LATAM Airlines (Aug 10–Aug 16).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Sao Paulo (GRU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 71% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Sao Paulo (GRU) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R19 939.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sao Paulo (GRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 26m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 43m.

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 28 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, such as Emirates,South African, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 967 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

    For a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day. 1 airline has flights to Rio de Janeiro from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

    Departing from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro will take you 13h 55m. The distance between Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro is about 6082 km.

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

    Flying on LATAM Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at R10 601. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro 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 Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro (average of R11 960). Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in April is currently the most expensive (average of R29 072). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 July 2026.
LATAM Airlines flights from Cape Town Intl to Rio de Janeiro
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Top airline flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR10 601AverageR13 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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