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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to South Africa from R9 901

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — JNB
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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 5 May 2026.

Mon 10/817:10
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 25/814:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop22h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/5R13 123
Sat 7/1117:15
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 15/1115:05
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/5R13 140
Thu 25/619:40
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/710:25
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R13 290
Wed 4/1123:40
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1110:25
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R13 323
Fri 6/1119:35
GIG
-
JNB
2 stops15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1110:25
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R13 423
Thu 5/1117:15
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 17/1115:05
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops28h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/5R13 624
Mon 15/618:40
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop12h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 30/614:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/5R13 640
Thu 5/1120:15
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 17/1115:05
JNB
-
SDU
2 stops27h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/5R13 724
Thu 18/619:40
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 27/614:50
JNB
-
GIG
1 stop14h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/5R13 807
Thu 3/1217:15
GIG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1210:25
JNB
-
GIG
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R13 824
Thu 18/613:55
SDU
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 25/614:50
JNB
-
SDU
1 stop22h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/5R14 676
Sun 1/1114:50
SDU
-
CPT
2 stops18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1115:05
CPT
-
SDU
2 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R14 893

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 872

One-way from

R9 901

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R14 358
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 15/6-26/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 20m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 05m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R49 929 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 570 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 15/6

13:55-11:55

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

14:50-13:10

1 stop27h 20m

R15 494
Fastest return journey

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 29/8

17:15-12:00

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

14:50-7:10

2 stops21h 20m

R17 063

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/11

7:55-10:55

2 stops22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

15:50-11:20

2 stops24h 30m

R17 213

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 16/9

13:55-10:55

1 stop16h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

7:00-8:35

2 stops30h 35m

R17 931

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 16/5

8:55-4:00

2 stops38h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:40-16:20

2 stops32h 40m

R18 165

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 18/6

20:15-9:00

2 stops31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

12:40-13:10

2 stops53h 30m

R18 415

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 15/6

13:55-19:55

2 stops25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

18:10-13:10

2 stops48h 00m

R18 616

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/8

14:55-12:00

1 stop16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

14:55-9:00

1 stop23h 05m

R18 649

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 25/5

7:40-4:00

2 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

12:40-16:20

2 stops32h 40m

R18 733

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/6

7:00-4:00

2 stops40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-21:45

2 stops38h 05m

R18 749

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R9 800). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R13 640). 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 5 May 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
7,4
Good
1 916 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
7,4
Good
1 916 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 916 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

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

Related info for your journey

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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 17h. Fly via LATAM Airlines, Qatar Airways, or GOL to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7134 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 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 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa (average of R9 800). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R13 640). 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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