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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R8 688

CPT — RIO
Oct 22 — Oct 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

Mon 21/915:50 -
1 stop28h 00m
Sun 27/97:40 -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 18/9R12 294
Tue 3/119:00 -
2 stops27h 40m
Tue 10/1119:30 -
2 stops16h 50m
Deal found 19/9R12 700
Mon 21/915:50 -
1 stop26h 20m
Sun 27/97:35 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 20/9R12 797
Thu 5/1115:20 -
2 stops51h 35m
Thu 12/1120:35 -
2 stops35h 05m
Deal found 21/9R13 447
Mon 19/1015:50 -
1 stop33h 55m
Mon 26/1017:40 -
2 stops19h 55m
Deal found 19/9R13 577
Mon 19/1015:50 -
2 stops29h 05m
Thu 29/1019:30 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 22/9R14 486
Mon 19/1015:50 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 29/1015:00 -
2 stops20h 45m
Deal found 22/9R15 119
Thu 5/1115:20 -
2 stops47h 05m
Thu 12/1120:10 -
2 stops35h 30m
Deal found 21/9R15 282
Tue 20/1012:50 -
1 stop10h 55m
Tue 27/1012:15 -
1 stop13h 30m
Deal found 17/9R15 558
Tue 3/1115:05 -
2 stops35h 45m
Tue 10/1119:00 -
2 stops38h 00m
Deal found 19/9R15 737
Mon 19/1015:50 -
1 stop21h 45m
Thu 29/1018:55 -
2 stops33h 50m
Deal found 22/9R16 191
Tue 10/1115:05 -
2 stops37h 05m
Thu 19/1119:50 -
2 stops37h 10m
Deal found 22/9R16 370

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

Round-trip from

R12 700

One-way from

R8 688

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R14 990
3/11-10/11
  • 3/11-10/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
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28/2-31/12
  • 28/2-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 479 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R14 938 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/1

15:05-22:15

2 stops36h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 744

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/12

15:05-23:10

2 stops37h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 166

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/1

11:05-22:00

3 stops39h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 329

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/11

15:20-13:55

2 stops51h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/11

20:35-12:40

2 stops35h 05m

R13 447

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

15:10-23:10

2 stops37h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 593

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

15:50-13:10

1 stop26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 259

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

15:05-7:55

2 stops45h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 275

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

15:50-8:35

1 stop21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 324

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

6:05-1:00

2 stops23h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 454
Fastest return journey

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/1

15:40-22:00

1 stop11h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

0:00-5:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 201

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro (average of R12 781). Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in April is currently the most expensive (average of R28 225). 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 514 and R17 482 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 700 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 3–Nov 10).

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

Sao Paulo (GRU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 85% 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?

Sao Paulo (GRU) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R18 857.

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

Flights via Sao Paulo (GRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 20m.

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

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

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, such as South African and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
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Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 980 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,1

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 51h 35m. 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 292. 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro (average of R12 781). Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in April is currently the most expensive (average of R28 225). 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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LATAM Airlines flights from Cape Town Intl to Rio de Janeiro

Top airline flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR10 292AverageR15 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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