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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R6 255

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Mar 26 — Apr 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Thu 9/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 23/417:55
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop13h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/2R8 750
Thu 9/49:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/413:45
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R9 406
Sun 29/314:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop28h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/411:30
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/2R9 678
Thu 12/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop29h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 25/318:35
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops37h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/2R9 694
Tue 7/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop15h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 14/413:45
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops41h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/2R9 758
Sun 29/314:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop27h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/46:00
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops24h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/2R9 774
Tue 7/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 14/421:20
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops33h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/2R9 854
Thu 7/59:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/515:00
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R9 918
Thu 9/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop27h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 23/413:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/2R10 094
Thu 12/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop20h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 25/317:10
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 21/2R10 430
Thu 7/59:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/513:45
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R10 462
Tue 17/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop20h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 24/321:20
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/2R10 910

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 750

One-way from

R6 255

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 277
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 9/4-23/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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28/5
  • 28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R42 541 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 706 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

9:50-7:15

1 stop26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 23/4

13:45-7:05

1 stop12h 20m

R9 406

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/3

14:50-13:10

1 stop27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

6:00-11:55

2 stops24h 55m

R9 838

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:50-10:45

1 stop24h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 23/4

12:00-11:55

1 stop18h 55m

R9 998

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:50-13:10

1 stop27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 23/4

13:55-11:55

1 stop17h 00m

R10 094

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

9:50-7:40

1 stop26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 12/5

13:45-10:20

2 stops15h 35m

R10 462

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

15:15-21:45

2 stops35h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 24/3

12:25-21:35

2 stops28h 10m

R10 510

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:50-8:35

1 stop22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 20/4

12:15-11:55

2 stops18h 40m

R11 118

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

15:30-18:35

2 stops32h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 20/3

21:20-12:40

2 stops34h 20m

R12 254

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

15:30-8:00

1 stop21h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

18:35-12:40

2 stops37h 05m

R12 654

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

0:45-7:15

2 stops35h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

8:30-14:40

2 stops25h 10m

R12 846

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

Booking 10 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (average of R10 734). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 046). 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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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 24 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andLATAM Airlines from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 880 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 919 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
South African
7,5
Good
56 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 761 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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.

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

    LATAM Airlines can get you from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in just under 27h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 7134 km between Johannesburg and Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro is LATAM Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R11 206 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are South African and Emirates, starting at R12 866 and R19 163 round-trip. Users have found that LATAM Airlines is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (average of R10 734). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 046). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 24 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR11 206AverageR13 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 866AverageR17 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 163AverageR21 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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