Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R7 457
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 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in May or March, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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 1 July 2025.
Round-trip from | R13 486 |
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One-way from | R7 457 |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | R18 176 |
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Rio de JaneiroExplore 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 1 July 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - SDU
JNBSDU
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/8
15:05-9:35
1 stop23h 30m
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Wed 13/8
14:20-12:15
1 stop16h 55m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - GIG
JNBGIG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 21/8
15:05-4:55
2 stops18h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 28/8
15:10-12:15
2 stops16h 05m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - GIG
JNBGIG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 24/7
0:45-21:30
2 stops25h 45m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 1/8
5:15-14:40
2 stops28h 25m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - SDU
JNBSDU
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 16/10
0:45-22:15
2 stops26h 30m
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Fri 24/10
11:25-23:15
2 stops30h 50m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - GIG
JNBGIG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/12
11:10-23:40
1 stop17h 30m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 31/3
11:15-10:20
2 stops18h 05m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - GIG
JNBGIG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 28/9
19:00-8:00
2 stops42h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 6/10
15:20-8:35
2 stops36h 15m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - GIG
JNBGIG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 21/8
10:05-15:50
1 stop34h 45m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 27/8
3:05-20:50
1 stop36h 45m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - GIG
JNBGIG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 28/9
19:35-9:35
2 stops43h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 8/10
15:20-9:20
2 stops37h 00m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - SDU
JNBSDU
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 21/8
13:55-13:40
2 stops28h 45m
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Thu 28/8
20:20-16:10
2 stops38h 50m
JohannesburgRio de Janeiro
JNB - SDU
JNBSDU
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 31/8
19:10-8:40
2 stops42h 30m
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Wed 17/9
11:25-20:50
2 stops52h 25m
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 27 June 2025.
Booking 34 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 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 1 July 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 30% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro?
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 1 July 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.
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Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
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Boarding
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Overall
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
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