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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R6 982

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Feb 23 — Mar 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 January 2026.

Sun 15/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 29/319:35
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 561
Sun 15/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop20h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 29/317:00
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 723
Sun 15/316:40
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/38:30
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 868
Mon 30/314:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 9/417:05
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/1R11 868
Thu 19/20:45
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/213:50
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 964
Tue 14/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop15h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 28/419:55
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops35h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 981
Mon 9/321:20
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/312:10
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R12 416
Mon 30/314:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 10/418:00
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops37h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/1R12 529
Sun 15/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/316:40
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R12 642
Fri 13/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop24h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 20/322:40
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/1R12 900
Fri 13/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop23h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 20/321:20
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/1R12 980
Mon 30/314:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 9/413:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/1R13 319

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Round-trip from

R11 561

One-way from

R6 982

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 851
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 15/3-29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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26/3
  • 26/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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Johannesburg

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

15:30-0:30

1 stop14h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 29/3

19:35-12:00

1 stop11h 25m

R11 561

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

15:30-7:15

1 stop20h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 29/3

17:00-12:00

1 stop14h 00m

R11 723

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

16:40-7:40

2 stops44h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 29/3

8:30-14:40

2 stops25h 10m

R11 868

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

0:45-14:35

2 stops42h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 27/2

13:50-14:40

2 stops19h 50m

R11 964

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

21:20-18:45

2 stops26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 16/3

12:10-7:45

1 stop14h 35m

R12 416

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

14:50-0:25

1 stop14h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/4

18:35-12:00

2 stops36h 25m

R12 561

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

15:30-22:40

1 stop12h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 29/3

16:40-12:00

1 stop14h 20m

R12 642

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

15:30-9:35

2 stops47h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 27/2

22:40-12:40

2 stops33h 00m

R13 400

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

0:45-7:05

2 stops35h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 20/3

11:25-14:40

2 stops22h 15m

R15 818

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

0:45-0:30

2 stops28h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 27/2

5:30-14:40

3 stops28h 10m

R16 270

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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 16 January 2026.

Booking 33 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (average of R10 803). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 045). 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 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, LATAM Airlines, andSWISS 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
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 914 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 859 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 695 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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  • 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 14h. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 7144 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 South African. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 874 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are LATAM Airlines and Emirates, starting at R11 306 and R19 745 round-trip. Users have found that South African is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (average of R10 803). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 045). 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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South AfricanCheapestR10 874AverageR17 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR11 306AverageR13 222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 745AverageR24 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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