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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R6 879

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Mar 2 — Mar 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 January 2026.

Thu 26/30:45
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/49:50
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R10 566
Fri 27/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop13h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/412:10
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/1R10 678
Sat 4/40:45
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/48:30
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1R10 726
Mon 16/321:20
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/312:10
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R11 045
Sun 8/215:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 28/219:10
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop12h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/1R11 460
Sun 5/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop21h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/417:00
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/1R11 571
Sun 5/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops24h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/47:55
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/1R11 587
Tue 10/119:00
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops20h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 25/1119:35
GIG
-
CPT
1 stop10h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/1R11 603
Sun 10/514:50
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops25h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 21/511:30
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/1R11 651
Fri 27/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops26h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 12/413:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/1R11 954
Fri 27/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/413:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 082
Mon 16/311:10
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/313:50
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 274

Find flight deals from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Data was last updated 31 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 566

One-way from

R6 879

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 700
26/3-12/4
  • 26/3-12/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 15m total
  • South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
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1/3
  • 1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 058 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 887 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 31 January 2026.
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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

0:45-20:10

2 stops24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/4

9:50-14:40

2 stops23h 50m

R10 566

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

17:05-11:55

1 stop13h 50m

R10 678

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

15:30-0:20

1 stop13h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/4

12:10-11:55

1 stop18h 45m

R10 678

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

0:45-7:15

2 stops35h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

8:30-14:40

2 stops25h 10m

R10 726

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

21:20-18:45

2 stops26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/3

12:10-7:45

1 stop14h 35m

R11 045

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:50-7:45

1 stop21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

17:00-11:55

1 stop13h 55m

R11 571

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

15:30-13:10

2 stops26h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

13:55-11:55

1 stop17h 00m

R11 954

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

15:30-7:55

1 stop21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 12/4

13:55-11:55

1 stop17h 00m

R12 082

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

11:10-7:40

1 stop25h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 23/3

13:50-7:45

1 stop12h 55m

R12 274

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

15:30-0:20

1 stop13h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 24/3

18:35-12:40

2 stops37h 05m

R12 306

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro (average of R9 800). Flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 902). 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.

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 31 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, such as Emirates, SWISS, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 864 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 706 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as R10 678, LATAM Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro from South Africa in 14h 05m. South Africa and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 7144 km.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont or Cape Town Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa 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 South Africa to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro (average of R9 800). Flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 902). 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 South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 31 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR10 032AverageR12 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR10 764AverageR18 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 119AverageR23 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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