Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R7 337

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Jan 4 — Jan 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Thu 4/122:50JNB - GIG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1211:25GIG - JNB
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R16 539
Thu 25/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop22h 25mLATAM Airlines
Wed 14/118:35GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/12R19 792
Wed 31/1211:30JNB - GIG
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/115:55GIG - JNB
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R19 995
Tue 30/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 19/115:00GIG - JNB
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/12R20 487
Wed 31/1211:30JNB - GIG
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/111:30GIG - JNB
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R21 198
Sat 6/1219:45JNB - GIG
2 stops52h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1215:40GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R22 419
Tue 30/128:55JNB - GIG
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/115:55GIG - JNB
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R22 656
Tue 30/1215:30JNB - GIG
1 stop14h 00mLATAM Airlines
Thu 15/119:35GIG - JNB
1 stop12h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/12R23 164
Sat 6/1219:45JNB - GIG
2 stops56h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1215:40GIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R23 232
Wed 31/1211:30JNB - SDU
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/114:05SDU - JNB
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R26 163
Thu 25/1210:40JNB - SDU
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/111:20SDU - JNB
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R26 452
Wed 31/1213:45JNB - SDU
2 stops28h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 19/120:05SDU - JNB
2 stops31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/12R29 908

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 218

One-way from

R7 337

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R18 928
18/5-28/5
  • 18/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
7/2
  • 7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 906 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 038 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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OR Tambo

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Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

14:50-8:35

1 stop22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 30/5

13:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

R13 268

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

11:30-7:35

1 stop25h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 25/1

14:50-9:05

1 stop13h 15m

R14 844

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

15:30-7:15

1 stop20h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 4/2

15:10-12:40

2 stops16h 30m

R16 335

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

11:30-6:35

2 stops24h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 25/1

10:10-9:05

1 stop17h 55m

R16 488

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

10:40-13:00

2 stops31h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 26/1

7:35-7:45

2 stops19h 10m

R17 013

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

21:15-5:25

1 stop37h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 27/5

16:45-7:00

1 stop33h 15m

R17 979

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

21:15-13:55

2 stops45h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 19/5

16:45-7:00

1 stop33h 15m

R18 386

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

21:15-13:55

2 stops45h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/6

16:45-9:25

1 stop35h 40m

R19 148

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

21:15-5:25

1 stop37h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/6

16:45-7:00

1 stop33h 15m

R19 385

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:25-5:25

1 stop39h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/6

16:45-7:00

1 stop33h 15m

R19 385

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of R11 353). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 742). 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 OR Tambo 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 5 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Sao Paulo (GRU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 85% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Belo Horizonte (CNF) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R3 194.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Belo Horizonte (CNF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 5h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cape Town (CPT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 25m.

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 5 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, LATAM Airlines, andSWISS from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like LATAM Airlines and British Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in about 22h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 25m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 7134 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from R11 428. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LATAM Airlines, from R11 919, and SWISS, from R17 137. South African is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of R11 353). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 742). 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 428AverageR19 093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR11 912AverageR14 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SWISSCheapestR17 137AverageR19 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 750AverageR25 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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