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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to South Africa from R10 338

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 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — JNB
Jun 18 — Jun 251
1 adult

Cheap 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 145

One-way from

R10 338

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R15 330
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 6/10-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 50m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 26/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 45m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 588 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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 13 June 2025.

Mon 6/1013:50GIG - JNB
1 stop17h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 14/1015:05JNB - GIG
1 stop13h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/6R13 145
Mon 10/1120:20SDU - JNB
1 stop11h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 20/1115:15JNB - SDU
1 stop22h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/6R13 838
Thu 11/1218:10GIG - CPT
2 stops20h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 23/129:00CPT - GIG
2 stops19h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/6R16 076
Sun 27/710:20GIG - CPT
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/815:30CPT - GIG
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R18 332
Sun 27/77:55SDU - CPT
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/815:30CPT - SDU
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R19 948
Mon 13/1015:55GIG - JNB
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/100:45JNB - GIG
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R20 233
Sat 4/1016:20GIG - JNB
2 stops39h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 15/108:20JNB - GIG
2 stops39h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6R20 659
Fri 1/820:50GIG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mGOL
Sat 9/88:40JNB - GIG
2 stops27h 30mGOL
Deal found 12/6R20 854
Sun 16/1121:40GIG - CPT
2 stops34h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/1115:25CPT - GIG
2 stops37h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6R21 032
Fri 27/66:30SDU - JNB
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/715:05JNB - SDU
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6R21 387
Mon 1/920:20SDU - CPT
2 stops33h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 30/913:00CPT - SDU
2 stops29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R26 379
Fri 14/1118:10GIG - JNB
1 stop35h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 28/1122:05JNB - GIG
1 stop37h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/6R27 054

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/10

13:50-12:15

1 stop17h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

15:05-23:30

1 stop13h 25m

R13 145

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 10/11

20:20-12:25

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

15:15-9:05

1 stop22h 50m

R13 838

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 27/7

10:20-14:00

2 stops22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

15:30-21:15

2 stops34h 45m

R18 332

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/11

19:55-19:55

2 stops19h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

7:00-9:35

2 stops31h 35m

R18 350

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 27/7

7:55-14:00

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

15:30-8:40

2 stops46h 10m

R19 948

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 13/10

15:55-14:40

2 stops17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

0:45-21:10

2 stops25h 25m

R20 233

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 4/10

16:20-13:05

2 stops39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

8:20-19:05

2 stops39h 45m

R20 659

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/8

20:50-14:50

2 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/8

8:40-7:10

2 stops27h 30m

R20 854

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 16/11

21:40-13:00

2 stops34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

15:25-23:40

2 stops37h 15m

R21 032

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 27/6

6:30-14:40

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

15:05-7:05

1 stop21h 00m

R21 387

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 RIO to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa, such as Emirates, KLM and LATAM Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
3 265 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 358 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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 Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. 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 to fly from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for LATAM Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 338. Users have also found prices from R18 403 and R30 127 on Emirates and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • 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–Galeão Intl - Cape Town Intl or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - 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?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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