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$441+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in May or March, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$979
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$441
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$900
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:25 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop13h 15mLATAM Airlines
Mon 12/227:35 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop12h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$979
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:25 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop13h 55mLATAM Airlines
Wed 1/147:35 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop12h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,015
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/44:40 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1210:55 amGIG - JNB
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,035
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:45 amJNB - GIG
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:45 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,041
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:10 amJNB - SDU
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1411:25 amSDU - JNB
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,092
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:25 pmJNB - SDU
1 stop23h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 12/228:05 pmSDU - JNB
1 stop11h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,156
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:10 amJNB - SDU
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/112:50 pmSDU - JNB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,176
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:25 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop26h 50mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/710:55 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops32h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,207
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:25 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops26h 45mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/79:20 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops34h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,228
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1111:10 amJNB - SDU
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2211:25 amSDU - JNB
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,545
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/193:25 pmJNB - SDU
1 stop23h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sat 1/39:20 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops58h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,562
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/251:45 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops28h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 1/248:05 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops38h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,628

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/4

4:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/12

10:55 am-2:40 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$1,035

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

3:25 pm-12:20 am

1 stop13h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/14

7:35 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$1,037

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/30

12:45 am-7:05 am

2 stops35h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/7

8:45 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$1,041

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

11:10 am-7:40 am

1 stop25h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 1/14

11:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 40m

$1,092

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

3:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 12/22

2:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$1,167

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

3:25 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 11/7

9:20 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$1,228

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

11:10 am-10:45 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/11

10:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 15m

$1,300

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

11:10 am-7:40 am

1 stop25h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 12/22

11:25 am-7:45 am

1 stop15h 20m

$1,545

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/19

3:25 pm-9:35 am

1 stop23h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 1/3

9:20 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops58h 15m

$1,562

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

1:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 1/24

8:05 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$1,628

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sep 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sep 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Airlines like LATAM Airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in about 13h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro is about 4439 mi.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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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