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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from R7 301

JNB — RIO
Sep 20 — Sep 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Sun 6/914:55 -
1 stop21h 25m
Tue 22/914:50 -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 16/8R11 895
Sun 6/914:55 -
2 stops30h 40m
Tue 22/913:40 -
2 stops17h 15m
Deal found 18/8R11 911
Thu 20/815:50 -
1 stop22h 20m
Wed 26/88:55 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 17/8R12 250
Mon 7/910:25 -
2 stops18h 40m
Mon 5/1023:20 -
2 stops31h 40m
Deal found 17/8R12 298
Tue 18/814:50 -
2 stops33h 45m
Mon 24/85:40 -
2 stops25h 15m
Deal found 16/8R12 314
Mon 17/815:50 -
2 stops21h 05m
Wed 26/813:45 -
2 stops16h 10m
Deal found 16/8R12 475
Fri 21/815:00 -
2 stops36h 20m
Sun 30/821:35 -
2 stops33h 20m
Deal found 18/8R12 685
Sun 11/1014:55 -
2 stops30h 25m
Sat 24/109:20 -
2 stops21h 40m
Deal found 20/8R12 830
Sun 11/1014:55 -
1 stop22h 05m
Sat 24/106:05 -
2 stops24h 55m
Deal found 20/8R12 862
Wed 21/1014:50 -
1 stop23h 05m
Thu 29/109:45 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 16/8R12 894
Thu 20/815:50 -
1 stop30h 15m
Wed 26/811:45 -
1 stop18h 10m
Deal found 17/8R13 007
Sat 22/815:50 -
1 stop13h 55m
Sat 29/85:40 -
2 stops48h 15m
Deal found 17/8R13 362

Find flight deals from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro

Round-trip from

R11 895

One-way from

R7 301

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R11 895
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 6/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • South Africa to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (R48 393 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 520 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:55-20:55

1 stop35h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 22/9

7:55-11:55

2 stops23h 00m

R12 121

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:55-8:35

1 stop22h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 22/9

12:15-11:55

2 stops18h 40m

R12 395

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

14:55-16:20

2 stops30h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 24/10

9:20-12:00

2 stops21h 40m

R12 830

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

16:40-22:20

2 stops34h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 26/10

10:05-14:40

2 stops23h 35m

R13 652

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

14:55-8:00

1 stop22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/10

5:00-12:00

1 stop26h 00m

R13 748

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

15:40-22:00

1 stop11h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 21/11

6:15-16:45

2 stops29h 30m

R14 812

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

15:40-8:45

2 stops22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 21/11

16:00-9:45

2 stops36h 45m

R15 022

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

15:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 15/11

13:10-12:40

2 stops18h 30m

R15 118

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

12:50-20:15

1 stop12h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 26/9

7:55-6:45

1 stop17h 50m

R15 151

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT Cape Town Intl - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

CPTGIG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

18:25-23:30

2 stops34h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 22/9

20:20-10:55

2 stops33h 35m

R16 376

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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 R12 524). Flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 374). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro, such as Emirates,South African, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

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
3 660 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

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.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

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
7,4
Good
1 989 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as R19 551, LATAM Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro from South Africa in 15h 20m. South Africa and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 6082 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Most travellers choose Cape Town Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 R12 524). Flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 374). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR10 215AverageR13 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 053AverageR16 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 981AverageR24 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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