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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R10 467

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — RIO
Jun 22 — Jun 291
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 23 May 2026.

Sat 11/715:05
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/78:30
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R12 755
Sat 11/715:05
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/721:00
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops51h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R14 763
Tue 21/715:05
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/817:30
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops55h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R15 042
Thu 17/96:00
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/914:50
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R16 013
Thu 23/715:05
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops45h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/817:30
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R16 030
Tue 14/712:50
CPT
-
GIG
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/77:00
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R16 211
Tue 7/715:05
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/720:15
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R16 408
Sat 11/715:50
CPT
-
GIG
1 stop13h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 19/719:35
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop10h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/5R16 441
Sat 11/715:50
CPT
-
SDU
1 stop26h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 19/76:10
SDU
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/5R16 491
Tue 14/712:50
CPT
-
SDU
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/713:55
SDU
-
CPT
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R16 540
Sat 26/1215:50
CPT
-
GIG
1 stop13h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 22/117:15
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop12h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/5R16 557

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 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 755

One-way from

R10 467

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R15 158
11/7-19/7
  • 11/7-19/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (R77 825 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 706 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

15:05-7:40

2 stops45h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 1/8

17:30-5:45

2 stops55h 15m

R15 042

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

15:05-14:10

2 stops52h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 19/7

6:15-5:45

2 stops42h 30m

R16 178

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

15:05-20:05

2 stops34h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 22/9

22:00-14:00

2 stops35h 00m

R16 474

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

15:50-21:35

2 stops34h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 19/7

11:50-10:55

1 stop18h 05m

R16 557

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

15:50-8:35

1 stop21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 19/7

16:20-10:55

1 stop13h 35m

R16 639

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/7

15:05-20:00

2 stops33h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 15/7

14:55-14:00

2 stops18h 05m

R16 919

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

20:25-7:45

2 stops40h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 19/7

20:15-10:55

1 stop9h 40m

R17 511

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

12:50-23:10

1 stop15h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/6

13:30-6:45

1 stop12h 15m

R18 433

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - GIG

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

9:00-8:00

2 stops28h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 1/8

19:55-10:55

2 stops34h 00m

R18 762
Fastest return journey

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/6

12:50-20:15

1 stop12h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 27/6

13:55-6:45

1 stop11h 50m

R21 988

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro (average of R9 414). Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R17 281). 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?

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.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% 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 R17 140.

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: 15h 23m.

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 23 May 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
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 918 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

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 34h 45m. 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 344. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 39% 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 R9 414). Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R17 281). 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 23 May 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 23 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR10 344AverageR11 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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