Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R8 840

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Dec 17 — Dec 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in May or March, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 17 November 2025.

Thu 4/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop22h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/1211:30GIG - JNB
1 stop20h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/11R16 862
Thu 4/1216:40JNB - GIG
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:45GIG - JNB
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R19 882
Thu 4/1215:30JNB - SDU
2 stops21h 35mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/1220:05SDU - JNB
1 stop11h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/11R20 855
Thu 4/1210:40JNB - SDU
1 stop34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1213:45SDU - JNB
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R21 077
Thu 11/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 22/1211:30GIG - JNB
1 stop20h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/11R23 023
Thu 25/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 00mLATAM Airlines
Wed 14/117:05GIG - JNB
1 stop14h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/11R24 934
Thu 25/1211:10JNB - SDU
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/111:20SDU - JNB
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R26 231
Thu 11/1219:45JNB - GIG
2 stops39h 55mLufthansa
Mon 22/1215:00GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 15/11R26 743
Thu 18/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 00mLATAM Airlines
Thu 25/125:00GIG - JNB
1 stop26h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/11R26 965
Thu 11/1211:10JNB - SDU
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1211:20SDU - JNB
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11R26 982
Thu 25/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop22h 55mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/118:35GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/11R27 511
Thu 18/1215:30JNB - SDU
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1211:20SDU - JNB
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11R28 450

Cheap 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 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 847

One-way from

R8 840

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 114
5/3-19/3
  • 5/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
11/2
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 460 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 658 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Johannesburg

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Route

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Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

11:10-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/3

11:25-7:45

1 stop15h 20m

R9 847

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

0:45-17:45

2 stops22h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 8/2

14:50-14:40

2 stops18h 50m

R12 049

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

15:30-6:30

2 stops20h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 26/3

6:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R12 220

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

15:30-9:25

1 stop22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 26/3

14:00-12:40

1 stop17h 40m

R12 544

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

15:30-9:25

1 stop22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 19/3

14:00-12:40

1 stop17h 40m

R12 544

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

15:30-9:25

1 stop22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 19/3

7:05-12:40

1 stop24h 35m

R12 612

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

15:30-6:30

2 stops44h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/3

11:30-12:40

1 stop20h 10m

R12 817

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

15:30-9:35

1 stop23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 22/1

13:40-12:40

2 stops18h 00m

R14 523

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

16:40-22:45

2 stops35h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 8/2

5:05-14:40

3 stops28h 35m

R15 957

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

0:45-20:35

2 stops24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 22/1

20:45-14:40

2 stops36h 55m

R16 247

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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 14 November 2025.

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (average of R11 434). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 848). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

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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 17 November 2025.
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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

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 20h. 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 R11 510 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are LATAM Airlines and SWISS, starting at R12 037 and R17 260 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (average of R11 434). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 848). 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 AfricanCheapestR11 510AverageR19 486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR12 037AverageR14 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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