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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to South Africa from R7 541

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — JNB
Mar 3 — Mar 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 February 2026.

Tue 17/36:55
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/38:10
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R11 833
Sat 28/319:35
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop12h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 7/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop15h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/2R12 139
Thu 7/519:35
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 16/514:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/1R12 171
Wed 11/310:35
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/30:30
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R12 573
Mon 27/414:55
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 4/514:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/2R12 653
Tue 10/322:35
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops33h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 24/315:30
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop13h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/2R12 702
Sat 18/419:35
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 4/514:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/2R12 734
Thu 16/49:50
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops21h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 21/414:50
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops33h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 782
Wed 11/38:50
GIG
-
CPT
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/30:30
CPT
-
GIG
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R12 798
Tue 17/321:20
SDU
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 24/315:30
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 31/1R13 264
Thu 16/413:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 21/414:50
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops22h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/1R13 393
Wed 13/513:45
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/50:30
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R13 875

Find flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rio de Janeiro to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 833

One-way from

R7 541

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R18 136
17/3-24/3
  • 17/3-24/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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24/4
  • 24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 55m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R535 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 443 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 27/4

14:55-11:55

1 stop16h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

14:50-0:05

1 stop14h 15m

R12 653

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/3

6:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

14:50-6:40

2 stops20h 50m

R12 718

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 16/4

9:50-11:55

2 stops21h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

14:50-0:50

1 stop15h 00m

R12 718

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 18/4

19:35-12:10

1 stop11h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

14:50-0:05

1 stop14h 15m

R12 734

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 19/4

6:30-11:55

2 stops24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

14:50-23:45

1 stop13h 55m

R12 782

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 16/4

13:55-11:55

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

14:50-8:05

2 stops22h 15m

R13 329

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 11/3

8:15-14:00

2 stops24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

0:30-7:40

2 stops36h 10m

R13 859

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 13/5

13:45-14:00

2 stops19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

0:30-7:40

2 stops36h 10m

R13 875

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 18/3

8:15-14:00

2 stops24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/3

0:30-7:40

2 stops36h 10m

R13 988

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 18/3

15:00-14:00

2 stops18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/3

0:30-18:45

2 stops23h 15m

R14 583

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R9 582). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 686). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 1 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa, such as LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in 16h. Fly via LATAM Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7144 km.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R9 582). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 686). 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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