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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R6 137

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Mar 21 — Mar 281
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 19 February 2026.

Thu 9/49:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/411:30
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2R9 630
Thu 9/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop21h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 16/417:10
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/2R9 774
Sun 5/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/415:00
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/2R9 886
Thu 9/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 16/411:30
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/2R9 918
Tue 10/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop13h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 17/318:35
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops37h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/2R10 078
Thu 9/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop27h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 23/413:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 142
Sat 30/514:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop23h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 13/612:05
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 142
Sat 30/514:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 13/613:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 223
Thu 9/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop23h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 23/413:45
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops17h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 223
Sun 5/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop27h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/47:35
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 255
Thu 2/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop34h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 9/49:50
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops21h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/2R10 271
Tue 10/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop26h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 17/321:20
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/2R10 559

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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 630

One-way from

R6 137

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 302
9/4-23/4
  • 9/4-23/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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29/3
  • 29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R42 916 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 732 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Johannesburg

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:50-7:20

1 stop21h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 16/4

17:10-11:55

1 stop13h 45m

R9 774

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:50-23:55

1 stop14h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/4

15:00-11:55

1 stop15h 55m

R9 886

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

15:30-0:20

1 stop13h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 17/3

18:35-12:40

2 stops37h 05m

R10 078

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 142

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

14:50-8:35

1 stop22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 13/6

13:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

R10 223

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:50-8:55

1 stop23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 23/4

13:45-11:55

2 stops17h 10m

R10 223

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

14:50-16:35

2 stops30h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 13/6

19:35-12:00

1 stop11h 25m

R10 239

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:50-13:10

1 stop27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

7:35-11:55

1 stop23h 20m

R10 255

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

14:50-20:30

1 stop34h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/4

9:50-11:55

2 stops21h 05m

R10 271

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:50-0:15

1 stop14h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 16/4

6:30-11:55

2 stops24h 25m

R10 399

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

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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 13 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 751). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 068). 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 19 February 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
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
3 522 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
1 920 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 878 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
7,4
Good
55 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
7 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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 21h 30m. 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 235 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are South African and Emirates, starting at R12 887 and R19 194 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 751). Flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 068). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

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 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR11 235AverageR13 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 887AverageR17 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 194AverageR23 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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