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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R8 588

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 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 15 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 034

One-way from

R8 588

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 042
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 10/7-23/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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3/7
  • 3/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 410 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 519 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 June 2025.

Thu 10/715:05JNB - GIG
1 stop21h 55mLATAM Airlines
Wed 23/711:30GIG - JNB
1 stop19h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/6R13 034
Thu 10/715:05JNB - SDU
1 stop21h 15mLATAM Airlines
Wed 23/721:20SDU - JNB
2 stops33h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/6R13 769
Thu 10/716:40JNB - GIG
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 23/711:30GIG - JNB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R14 953
Sat 27/90:45JNB - SDU
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1015:00SDU - JNB
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R15 831
Mon 1/919:35JNB - GIG
2 stops38h 20mSWISS
Wed 17/915:20GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mSWISS
Deal found 14/6R20 690
Tue 19/819:10JNB - GIG
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Mon 25/83:05GIG - JNB
1 stop32h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/6R21 712
Tue 24/68:40JNB - GIG
2 stops18h 45mSouth African
Tue 29/715:10GIG - JNB
2 stops14h 00mSouth African
Deal found 15/6R22 052
Mon 1/919:00JNB - GIG
1 stop38h 55mLufthansa
Wed 17/916:15GIG - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 14/6R22 232
Tue 7/1021:15JNB - GIG
1 stop37h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 19/1016:35GIG - JNB
1 stop33h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/6R24 293
Sun 15/618:50JNB - GIG
1 stop29h 55mAir France
Sun 22/622:05GIG - JNB
1 stop29h 45mAir France
Deal found 14/6R24 760
Tue 19/813:55JNB - SDU
2 stops48h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 26/820:20SDU - JNB
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/6R25 423
Sun 31/813:25JNB - SDU
2 stops48h 15mEmirates
Wed 17/911:25SDU - JNB
2 stops52h 25mEmirates
Deal found 15/6R27 162

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

15:05-8:00

1 stop21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 23/7

11:30-12:15

1 stop19h 45m

R13 034

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

15:05-7:20

1 stop21h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 23/7

21:20-12:15

2 stops33h 55m

R13 769

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

16:40-22:25

2 stops34h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 23/7

11:30-14:40

2 stops22h 10m

R14 953

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/9

0:45-20:45

2 stops25h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 5/10

15:00-14:40

2 stops18h 40m

R15 831

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

19:35-4:55

2 stops38h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 17/9

15:20-9:20

2 stops37h 00m

R20 690

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

19:10-15:50

1 stop25h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 25/8

3:05-16:15

1 stop32h 10m

R21 712

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

19:00-4:55

1 stop38h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 17/9

16:15-8:35

1 stop35h 20m

R22 232

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

21:15-5:35

1 stop37h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 19/10

16:35-7:00

1 stop33h 25m

R24 293

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

13:55-9:35

2 stops48h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 26/8

20:20-16:10

2 stops38h 50m

R25 423

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/8

13:25-8:40

2 stops48h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 17/9

11:25-20:50

2 stops52h 25m

R27 162

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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 13 June 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 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 15 June 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 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 15 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, LATAM Airlines and Air France from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 785 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 627 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 585 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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.

  • 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 R13 034. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from R20 690, and Emirates, from R21 712. LATAM Airlines is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for LATAM Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R11 026. Users have also found prices from R15 419 and R16 010 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro?

    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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR8 937AverageR20 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR12 918AverageR15 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SWISSCheapestR18 132AverageR20 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 644AverageR27 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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